Governmental & Legislative Work

Governmental Affairs

The Governmental Affairs Office (GAO) serves as the focal point for the Association's advocacy efforts before Congress, the Executive Branch and other governmental entities on diverse issues of importance to the legal profession.

What's New in Washington

March 5, 2014

ABA Testimony on Reassessing Solitary Confinement
February 25, 2014

ABA Letter Supporting Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2013
February 5, 2014

ABA Urges Congress to Support Adequate IRS Funding for FY 2015