2025 Secular Coalition for America Lobby Day – Washington, DC

How will you stand up?

Our country is facing a growing threat from Christian nationalist policies that undermine the principles of secular governance. The separation of church and state is a cornerstone of American democracy, and it has never been more at risk.

At our Secular Lobby Day on March 10th-11th, we’ll advocate for critical issues that impact the secular community. Lobbyists will meet on Capitol Hill to talk with lawmakers to discuss key policies. Past efforts have focused on:

• Ensuring Ethics in the Supreme Court: Advocating for a bill requiring Supreme Court Justices to adhere to a code of ethics, including recusal in cases where there are clear conflicts of interest.

• Addressing Militia-Related Violence: Supporting legislation to combat unlawful militia activity, such as voter intimidation and interference with government proceedings.

• Expanding the Congressional Freethought Caucus: Encouraging representatives to join the Congressional Freethought Caucus, which promotes science, reason, and the protection of our secular government.

We will begin with a reception in the Rayburn House Office Building from 6:00-8:00 pm on March 10, with a legislator or two dropping by. On the 11th we will fan out across Capitol Hill to meet with lawmakers and staff on legislation and to invite them to join the Congressional Freethought Caucus. SCA will provide breakfast and lunch in The Gold Room in the Rayburn Building, which will serve as our headquarters for the day. We schedule the meetings for you, go over everything in advance in a Zoom call, and provide talking points.

If you’re looking for a hotel in Washington, DC for the event, you can use our hotel discount code with the Phoenix Park Hotel, located just blocks away from the Capitol building.

This March, connect with passionate advocates and help safeguard the integrity of our democracy. Together, we can make a real difference.