Library Legislative Day
Legislative Day is your day at the Statehouse.
It’s an opportunity for you to come to Columbus, meet with your legislators, and advocate on behalf of Ohio’s public libraries.
Tentative Agenda
8-10 a.m. | Registration and Refreshments
9-9:30 a.m. | Welcome and General Session: Legislative Briefing and Talking Points
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- Michelle Francis, Executive Director, OLC
- Jay Smith, Director of Government and Legal Services, OLC
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9:45-10:15 a.m. | Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio's First Lady, Fran DeWine
10:30-11:30 a.m. | Advocacy Panel Discussion
12 p.m. | Lunch on Your Own and Meetings with Legislators
Advocacy Tools & Resources
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Event Information
Register now | Registration Deadline: 3/11/2026
Date: March 18, 2026
Location: Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel, 50 N. 3rd Street, Columbus, Ohio
Registration Fee: $75*
*Individual members or staff/trustees of OLC Institutional member libraries.
Intended Audience: Library directors, fiscal officers, trustees and other members of library administration.
What's Included: Morning coffee, continental breakfast and refreshments will be provided.
Hotel Accommodations: A room block has been reserved at the Renaissance Columbus Hotel for $159/night (plus tax). Valet parking is available at the Renaissance for $50.00 overnight or $25.00 daily. All valet parking is based on availability and prices are subject to change.
Parking:
Even though the Statehouse does NOT open until 8 a.m., the Statehouse parking garage opens earlier and fills up quickly. If the Statehouse garage is full, nearby parking garages and surface lots are available.
Statehouse Security:
The Statehouse has special security measures in place. Be sure to allow extra time for possible security delays and review the Statehouse Security FAQ.