Open to all Full and Monday Daily attendees.

Congressman Rick Larsen (D-WA)

This session will include brief remarks from Congressman Rick Larsen (D-WA), Ranking Member of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee. As a key voice on infrastructure, aviation, and economic development, his perspective offers valuable insight into federal transportation policy and the outlook for engineering priorities in the 119th Congress.

Congressman Tom Emmer (R-MN)

This session will include brief remarks from House Majority Whip, Congressman Tom Emmer (R-MN), a senior member of House leadership who plays a key role in shaping the legislative agenda. His perspective offers valuable insight into the political landscape and the prospects for advancing key engineering priorities in the current Congress.

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Engineering Industry

Discover how AI is transforming engineering firms today—from streamlining design and project planning to enhancing proposals and predictive maintenance. Joe Bates of the ACEC Research Institute shares key findings from the new Firm of the Future report, with real-world examples of AI in action. Learn how firms are using AI to amplify talent, boost efficiency, and stay competitive—plus what it takes to adopt these tools responsibly and strategically.

Legislative Briefing

Hear from ACEC’s advocacy team on the top policy issues facing the engineering industry, including the future of federal infrastructure funding and major tax debates. The Council’s lobbyists will brief attendees on the legislative and regulatory outlook for the rest of the year and into 2025 and will prep ACEC members for visits with lawmakers on Capitol Hill.

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