2024 AIA TN Advocacy & Policy Day

Join architects across the state in Nashville on March 26 to network with policymakers, government officials, industry leaders, and activists who are driving policy change. Forge connections that can lead to partnerships, collaborations, and lasting impact.

Space is limited this year! AIA TN applied for 3 HSW/LU and 1 LU for the full day – approval still pending.

Please note: AIA TN will NOT be making arrangements to meet with your legislators on March 26. AIA TN will be hosting In-District meetings with legislators later this year. If you would like to schedule a constituent meeting with your legislator, please let us know by March 18, 2024 and we can supply you with a packet of information. Find Your Legislator

The Anthenaeum (courtesy of HASTINGS Architecture) | 225 Polk Ave | Nashville, TN

Tuesday, March 26, 2024
11 am – 6 pm/CT

Preliminary Schedule of Events

by Matt Lyle, AIA | AIA Tennessee 2024 President
Overview of the Day and Special Introductions

by Tilman “Trey” Wheeler, FAIA | Government Relations Committee Chair
Overview of legislation that the Government Relations Committee is monitoring for the 2024 legislative session.

FOCUS ONE: Bridging the Gap | Affordable Housing Discussion

by Amy Gore | Policy & Research Director, ThinkTennessee

by Cliff Lippard | Executive Director, TACIR

An overview prepared by the TN Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations (TACIR) in response to House Joint Resolution 139 by Representative Sparks which requested the Commission study the factors affecting housing affordability in the state.

House Joint Resolution 139 (Housing Affordability, Impact Fees, and Development Taxes)—Draft Report for Review and Comment

by Gina Emmanuel, AIA | Principal, CENTRIC Architecture

Take time to ask questions and have an open dialogue with the speakers.

FOCUS TWO: Safe Schools | Designing Resilient Educational Spaces

by Assistant Commissioner Gary Farley | State Fire Marshal’s Office

Learn about the process for codes enforcement as it relates to the new school safety statute passed in 2023 for K-12 facilities.

by Paul Marshal | Senior Director of Facilities Planning & Preparedness, TN Higher Education Commission

Take time to ask questions and have an open dialogue with the speakers.

FOCUS THREE: “Third-Party Review” in Tennessee

by Michael Hendrix | Policy Director, Office of the Governor

by Rachel Blackhurst | Director of Government Relations, NAIOP Nashville

by Dale Crow, Esq. | Risk Strategies

Take time to ask questions and have an open dialogue with the speakers

FOCUS FOUR: Exploring Tennessee’s Built Environment

Ann McGauran, AIA | Tennessee State Architect

Join us for an educational session delving into the tapestry of Tennessee’s built environment. From state parks to higher education, this session will offer insights into the architecture and projects that shape our state’s distinctive focus on art, tourism and education – just to name a few.

State Treasurer David Lillard and Chris Mustain, Sr. Policy Advisor for Secretary of State’s office will join us to share a few remarks about the work of the State Building Commission.

Social Time & Networking

At the conclusion of the day, we will wrap up with a Happy Hour where we can socialize and unwind after a busy day. Legislators, state officials and policymakers have been invited to join us. Take this time to have enjoyable conversations with a wide network of individuals, catch up with old friends and meet new ones.

2024 SpeakUP | Advocacy Day

This event has been generously sponsored by Risk Strategies.

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