Private Sector Membership Information “Agriculture, manufactures, commerce and navigation, the four pillars of our prosperity, are the most thriving when left most free to individual enterprise” – Thomas Jefferson American Legislative Exchange Council 2900 Crystal Drive, Suite 600 Arlington, VA 22202 TEL 703.373.0933 • FAX 703.373.0927 www.alec.org JOIN US alec.org Mission To advance limited government, free markets and federalism The American Legislative Exchange Council is the largest non-partisan, voluntary membership organization of state legislators in the United States. ALEC provides a unique opportunity for state lawmakers, business leaders and citizen organizations from around the country to exchange ideas and develop pro-growth model policy based on research, analysis and proven business practices. Members work together at the intersection of policy development and real-world applications. Through research, evaluation, analysis and information exchange, the American Legislative Exchange Council presents a forum for dialogue between the government and businesses as they address issues and develop policies that protect hardworking taxpayers and improve the lives of all Americans. Our unique public-private partnership is part and parcel of the American experience. Free enterprise, paired with limited government, is the basis of American success. Working together, American Legislative Exchange Council members present real solutions to create a stable and predictable business environment and grow jobs, opportunity and economic security. Private Sector Membership Information >> ALEC MEMBER BENEFITS ALEC Members work together at the intersection of policy development and real-world application. Through research, evaluation, analysis and information exchange, the American Legislative Exchange Council collaborates with government, the private sector and the public as they develop state-based policies that improve the lives of millions around the United States. ALEC policy staff provides non-partisan research, policy analysis, expert testimony and reference materials on a wide spectrum of issues, including the Rich States, Poor States: ALEC-Laffer State Economic Competitiveness Index, the Report Card on American Education and EPA’s Regulatory Train Wreck reports. >> PRIVATE SECTOR GENERAL MEMBERSHIP Membership in the American Legislative Exchange Council provides business leaders the opportunity to participate in policy discussions and network with other industry experts and legislators from across the country. WASHINGTON CIRCLE MADISON CIRCLE JEFFERSON CIRCLE • Discounted registration rate for ALEC meetings • Discounted exhibit booth rates • Access to publications and staff research • Invitations to Member-Only Events • Discounted registration rate for ALEC meetings • Two (2) complimentary registrations per meeting • Discounted exhibit booth rates • Access to publications and staff research • Invitations to Member-Only Events • Discounted registration rate for ALEC meetings • Three (3) complimentary registrations per meeting • Discounted exhibit booth rates • Access to publications and staff research • Invitations to Member-Only Events ALEC EVENTS Each year, ALEC hosts three meetings that bring members together to share ideas and strategies, debate policies and learn from like-minded leaders throughout the country. SPRING TASK FORCE SUMMIT An intensive meeting of ALEC task force members, the Spring Task Force Summit keeps members abreast of new developments in the states and begins the annual policy development process. ANNUAL MEETING STATES & NATION POLICY SUMMIT The ALEC Annual Meeting, held each summer, is one of the nation’s largest state-level conferences. Nearly 2,000 state legislators and industry experts gather for three days to discuss and address major state-policy issues. The States and Nation Policy Summit, held in the winter, is a three-day conference focused on priorities for the upcoming legislative session as well as the balance of power between the states and the federal government. For more information on these meetings, please visit: www.alec.org/meetings Private Sector Membership Information ISSUE AREAS COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY COMMERCE, INSURANCE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CIVIL JUSTICE EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT JUSTICE PERFORMANCE PROJECT ENERGY, ENVIRONMENT AND AGRICULTURE HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TAX AND FISCAL POLICY INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND FEDERALISM >> PRIVATE SECTOR TASK FORCE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS Private Sector Members have the opportunity to join any American Legislative Exchange Council task force. Participation in a task force allows business leaders to provide industry insights and participate in model policy development. General Membership is required for Task Force Membership. • Each ALEC Task Force Membership includes one voting representative and one alternate representative • Task force voting representatives have the opportunity to debate, discuss and vote on model policy • Opportunity to serve in task force leadership positions • Priority speaking opportunities at state and national events • Ability to present critical industry issues for deliberation by task force members • Ability to engage in state-specific education efforts based on ALEC model policy • Opportunity to contribute to the American Legislator blog • Assistance from staff on model policy, research and analysis • Regular email updates on comparative state analysis and policy trends • Access to the task force roster • Media and public affairs services ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES • Sponsor Spring Task Force Summit, Annual Meeting and States and Nation Policy Summit programming • Host Issue Briefings in the states • Host facility tours • Host Academies – two-day intensive sessions available only to members To learn more about the American Legislative Exchange Council, or to become a member, please visit: www.alec.org LIMITED GOVERNMENT • FREE MARKET • FEDERALISM MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM PRIVATE SECTOR American Legislative Exchange Council 2900 Crystal Drive, Suite 600 Arlington, VA 22202 TEL 703.373.0933 • FAX 703.373.0927 www.alec.org COMPANY NAME: Mr. Mrs. Ms. Last Name: First Name: CONTACT INFORMATION: Phone: Cell Phone: Email: MAILING ADDRESS: Street Address: City: State: ZIP: P.O. Box: City: State: ZIP: Please invoice me/my company. I want to join the American Legislative Exchange Council immediately. GENERAL MEMBERSHIP: Washington Circle $7,000 Madison Circle $12,000 Jefferson Circle $25,000 TASK FORCE MEMBERSHIP: Civil Justice Commerce, Insurance and Economic Development Communications and Technology Education and Workforce Development Energy, Environment and Agriculture Health and Human Services International Relations and Federalism Justice Performance Project Tax and Fiscal Policy $3,000 $2,500 $5,000 $2,500 $3,000 $3,000 $5,000 $2,500 $3,000 SIGNATURE: DATE: PLEASE EMAIL, FAX OR MAIL TO: American Legislative Exchange Council Email: membership@alec.org ATTN: Membership Fax: 703.373.0927 Mail: 2900 Crystal Drive, Suite 600 Arlington, VA 22202 American Legislative Exchange Council is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. All contributions and membership fees are tax deductible. IRS Tax Code #52-0140979 Revised 05/01/15