SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Sacramento Metro Chamber is proud to announce the 54^th Annual Capitol-to-Capitol (or Cap-to-Cap) federal advocacy program is returning to Washington D.C. April 18-22, 2026. Presented by Sutter Health, the 2026 program will include a motivated contingent of approximately 450 regional business leaders, elected officials, and changemakers who will travel to meet in-person with federal officials and advocate as a bold and resounding voice for business. Since 1970, the Sacramento region’s Cap-to-Cap program represents the largest and longest-standing chamber delegation of its kind.

“As we prepare for Cap-to-Cap 2026, the Metro Chamber is working intentionally and tirelessly to build a program that meets this moment for our region,” said Robert W. Heidt, Jr., President & CEO of the Sacramento Metro Chamber. “Our federal advocacy approach continues to evolve—ensuring we capture emerging opportunities, strengthen bipartisan relationships, and keep the Capital Region’s economic priorities front and center during a time of national transition. By elevating our region’s strongest assets, from innovation to workforce, we are positioning the Capital Region to compete, to influence, and to secure the federal support our communities need to thrive.” 

Representing the six-county region and filled with diverse voices and extensive expertise, the goal of the Cap-to-Cap program is to champion a successful future for the Greater Capital Region. Every year, Cap-to-Cap works to secure funding and resources for high-priority projects that benefit the entire region while raising policy concerns and local goals with officials at the national level. Highlights from the 2025 program are available on our website: https://www.metrochamber.org/cap-to-cap/.

“As Program Chair, I’m honored to lead a delegation that reflects the strength, innovation, and determination of the Capital Region,” said Terrence McNamara, 2026 Cap-to-Cap Program Chair and General Manager of Atlas Disposal Industries. “Our region shows up to Washington, D.C. united—with shared priorities, a business-first perspective, and a commitment to driving meaningful federal progress. The 2026 program will build on decades of impact by elevating the projects, policies, and partnerships that move our economy forward.”

The Cap-to-Cap 2026 advocacy program is also supported by Sacramento County Supervisor Pat Hume and Yolo County Supervisor Lucas Frerichs.

Cap-to-Cap attendees will work alongside policy experts focused on our region’s priorities and have the opportunity to add thoughtful insight while helping to identify solutions that address the most pressing issues facing the Sacramento area.

Capacity is limited and interested attendees are encouraged to register as soon as possible. The deadline to take advantage of an early registration incentive is prior to January 9, 2026. To find out more information about and/or reserve space for the 2026 Cap-to-Cap program, please visit https://www.metrochamber.org/cap-to-cap/.

For more information about and/or how to become a Metro Chamber member, please visit www.metrochamber.org/join. More information about the Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce in general is available at www.metrochamber.org.

About Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce

The Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce leads with a collective voice that brings members together for business to prosper by providing opportunity, service, and solutions for a thriving regional economy. Established in 1895, the Metro Chamber is the largest, most prominent, and established voice for business representing members and their workforce in El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba counties. The Metro Chamber provides businesses and individuals with the programs, services and advocacy needed to build vibrant communities, a ready workforce, connected region and strong business. For more information, please visit www.metrochamber.org.

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