WASRG upcoming events

Inside the Dome: Maine with Senate President Daughtry (25 Jun 2026)

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

“As Maine goes, so goes the nation.”

Join WASRG on June 25 for our next Inside the Dome virtual event featuring Nina Fisher of Serlin Haley and special guest Maine Senate President Mattie Daughtry for a post-primary update on the political dynamics shaping Maine and what they could signal nationally.

With Maine drawing national attention ahead of the 2026 elections, the discussion will explore the state’s evolving political landscape, the impact of the primaries, and key policy debates dominating the legislative session — including affordability, energy costs, housing, education funding, and the state budget. President Daughtry will offer insights from the Senate Democratic leadership perspective as lawmakers navigate some of the session’s most closely watched issues.

A FREE EVENT | WASRG MEMBERS ONLY

The WASRG Inside the Dome series invites in-state contract lobbyists to share intel on legislative sessions, elections and political dynamics with WASRG members.

About our Speakers

Nina Fisher’s State House career spans both the private and public sector, and executive and legislative branches of government. Most recently, Nina served as the Deputy Commissioner for the Maine Department of Transportation, a position she held for five years. She began her career at MaineDOT as the Director of Legislative and Constituent Services under two prior administrations. She has also worked as Director of Government Relations for the Maine Community College System, and as Legislative Aide in the Maine State Senate. Nina is a native Mainer, having grown up in Madawaska the most northern town in state, located on the Canadian border.
Senator Mattie Daughtry is the President of the Maine Senate. A lifelong Brunswick resident, graduate of Brunswick High School and Smith College, she co-owns and brews at Moderation Brewing Company. During her time in the Legislature, Sen. Daughtry has authored and passed nationally-recognized bills to reduce student debt, create Maine’s paid family and medical leave law, and grow education funding. Throughout her time in office, she has been proud to support environmental progress in Maine.

Inside the Dome: California (10 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT

As California closes out another consequential legislative session, the nation will once again be watching Sacramento for signals on the future of housing, technology, climate policy, insurance, and economic regulation.

Join WASRG this September 10 at 2:00 PM ET for a special Inside the Dome virtual event featuring a California legislative and political update as lawmakers race toward the end of session amid mounting fiscal pressures, ongoing affordability concerns, and intensifying national attention on the state’s policy agenda. Our speaker is Edwin Borbon from Serlin Haley, LLP.

From AI regulation and energy policy to insurance market instability and budget negotiations, California continues to serve as a testing ground for policy debates that often extend far beyond state lines.

A FREE EVENT | WASRG MEMBERS ONLY

The WASRG Inside the Dome series invites in-state contract lobbyists to share intel on legislative sessions, elections and political dynamics with WASRG members.

2026 Inside the Dome IRL (07 Oct 2026)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Save the Date for WASRG's premier annual event, Inside the Dome IRL, bringing together top policymakers, advocates, and government affairs professionals for an afternoon of timely insights and unmatched networking.

Details to come!