Nurses Day at the Capitol Resources. Join us on Wednesday, January 28th!
Posted about 1 month ago by Samantha Irwin in Nurses Day at the Capitol
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Please consider joining ANA-I and NLI at the Idaho State Capitol on Wednesday, January 28th!
View the attached agenda ("2026 Nurses Day at Capitol Day Schedule") for more information and RSVP HERE.
To help you feel prepared and confident, please review the information below outlining logistics, expectations, and plans for the day.
- Talking Points have been uploaded as an attachment above. Please view the attachment "ANA-I/NLI Legislative Talking Points 2026."
- After meeting with your legislators (details below), please consider completing the form HERE. One form per meeting please.
ANA-I and NLI recommend you schedule meetings with your legislators - they want to hear from us! See recommendations and a sample email draft below...
To find your legislators and their email addresses, visit the Idaho Legislature website: https://legislature.idaho.gov/legislators/
Sample Email to Legislators
Subject: Meeting Request for January 28 – Nurses Day at the Capitol
Dear Senator/Representative [Last Name],
My name is [Your Name], and I am a Nurse practicing in [city/region]. I will be at the State Capitol on January 28 for our annual Nurses Day at the Capitol and would appreciate the opportunity to meet briefly with you to discuss healthcare needs in Idaho and issues impacting patient access to care.
Thank you for your time and service. I look forward to the opportunity to connect.
Sincerely,
[Your Name], credentials
Dress Code
Professional attire is required. As representatives of your profession, please refrain from wearing jeans or other casual clothing.
Professional Demeanor
Please maintain a positive, calm, and professional demeanor throughout the day. Political engagement is a meaningful civic and professional experience and can sometimes be emotionally intense. We encourage you to plan ahead for self-regulation as needed. When engaging with members of the Idaho State Legislature, remember that you are representing ANA-I and NLI, not personal political views.
We appreciate your commitment to professional advocacy and look forward to a productive and rewarding 2026 Nurses Day at the Capitol together.
Logistics:
The Idaho State Capitol is located at: 700 W. Jefferson Street, Boise, ID 83702
Free street parking is available two or three blocks north of the Capitol. However, closer to the Capitol most areas are limited to two-hour meters. Several parking garages are located nearby as well, including:
- Capitol & Main Garage – 770 W. Main Street (entrances on Main & Idaho); very close to the Capitol
- 9th & Main Garage – offers bike facilities (BikeBOI)
- Capitol & Myrtle Garage – located in the downtown core
- 9th & Front Garage – near the Boise Centre
- 10th & Front Garage – also near the Boise Centre
You may also use the PARKBOI website to identify a parking option that works for you: https://parkboi.com