Hill Day 2026
1.0 Credits
Member Price $0.00
Non-Member Price $0.00
Overview
Engage with industry professionals and gain valuable insights into the legislative process at our exclusive Hill Day event. The day begins with an hour of complimentary CPE, where you'll learn how a bill becomes law and gain a deeper understanding of the legislative process. After the session, you'll have the opportunity to meet directly with your legislative representatives, advocating for the profession and building important connections.
Learn why this day is such a special opportunity from longtime volunteer Pete Miller, CPA.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn, network, and make your voice heard in Olympia!
NOTE: Advance registration is required for this event. The deadline to register is 5pm Friday, January 16, 2026.
Highlights
Insights into the legislative process.
Prerequisites
Designed For
Those who wish to learn about the Washington State legislative process.
Objectives
Learn how a bill becomes law and gain a deeper understanding of the legislative process.
Notice
Why attend?
- Network with CPAs from across the state
- Build relationships with your legislative representatives
- Advocate on key issues for the profession on a national and state level such as CPE sales tax changes, financial education, and more
What to expect?
- 1 hour of complimentary CPE - Learn how a bill becomes law and gain a clear, practical understanding of the legislative process.
- Meet with legislators - Meet directly with your representatives to share insights and elevate the CPA voice.
- Full support provided - You’ll receive all necessary information and handouts, and in most cases, you’ll attend meetings alongside a fellow WSCPA member.
- Shuttle from Bellevue - Reach out to Mike Nelson for more information about transportation from the WSCPA office in Bellevue to Olympia.
Leader(s):
- Lisa Thatcher, Lobbyist, Lisa Thatcher, Inc
- Michael Nelson, Manager of Government Relations, Washington Society of CPAs
Leader Bios
Michael Nelson, Manager of Government Relations, Washington Society of CPAs
Mike Nelson is the Manager of Government Relations for the Washington Society of Certified Public Accountants (WSCPA). At the WSCPA Mike oversees the societies legislative initiatives and political directions through the CPAPAC. He works with WSCPA members to advocate in various ways on regulatory issues facing the profession both within the state of Washington and on a national level. Before joining the WSCPA Mike spent nearly a decade at the Washington State Senate. During this time, he worked for various leadership offices including the budget chair, floor leader, and caucus whip. Mike graduated from Western Washington University with a major in Economics, Political Science, and Philosophy.
Non-Member Price $0.00
Member Price $0.00
