2024 Capital Forum Recap

December 9–11, 2024 | Capital Hilton, Washington, D.C.

The 2024 Capital Forum brought together state and territory attorneys general, federal officials, and policy leaders for three days of high-impact dialogue, legal insight, and strategic collaboration. Held at the historic Capital Hilton in Washington, D.C., the event served as a platform to address pressing legal and policy issues shaping the nation.

Key Themes and Programming

The forum featured a robust agenda of plenary sessions, receptions, and networking opportunities. Highlights included:

• Cybersecurity & Privacy: A standout session featured CISA Director Jen Easterly in a conversation on U.S. cybersecurity strategy, drawing significant media interest.
• Ethical Leadership in Law: A panel titled “From the Foxhole to the Front Office” explored how military experience informs ethical leadership in attorney general offices. Moderated by Brian Kane, NAAG Executive Director, the panel included attorneys general from Arkansas, Maryland, Oklahoma, and South Carolina.
• Federal Updates: Presentations from the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Bureau of Prisons provided updates on enforcement priorities and institutional reforms.
• Youth-Focused Policy: The presidential initiative, “America’s Youth: AGs Looking Out for the Next Generation,” emphasized protecting young people through legal and policy innovation.

Special Events

• Supreme Court Reception: Held on December 9, this exclusive event welcomed attendees to the Supreme Court for an evening of networking and reflection.
• Awards Dinner & Holiday Celebration: The December 10 evening program featured a formal dinner, entertainment, and the ceremonial passing of the gavel.

Media & Public Engagement

The forum attracted national media attention, with reporters from Bloomberg, The Wall Street Journal, and Privacy Daily attending sessions on antitrust, data privacy, and AG enforcement.

Accessibility & Continuing Education

NAAG provided CLE credit opportunities and ensured accessibility accommodations for all attendees. Session recordings were made available internally for post-event viewing.