2025 State & Local Government Conference
2025-03-21 07:30 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | BYU Law School | J. Reuben Clark Building (JRCB), 341 E Campus Dr, Provo, UT, 84602, United States
Please join us for the 43rd Annual State & Local Government Conference, hosted by BYU Law’s Government & Politics Legal Society.

Tentative Agenda
7:30am – Check-in
8:00am – 9:00am: Ethics Session (speaker TBD)
9:00am – 10:00am: Legislative Update w/ Eric Weeks
10:00am-10:20am: snack break
10:20am – 11:20am: Breakout Sessions
– Criminal: Violent Crimes Against Native Women w/ Tad May and Michalyn Steele
– Civil: Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act w/ John Fee
– Political: Implementing Legislative Changes in School Districts w/ DeLaina Tonks
11:30am – 12:30pm: Keynote Address by Joni Jones, recipient of the Distinguished Service Award
12:30pm – 1:30pm: Lunch at the Garden Court
1:30pm – 2:30pm: Understanding Sovereign Citizens w/ Greg Rodgers and Leslie Gallicher
2:30pm – 2:40pm: snack break
2:40pm – 3:40pm: Breakout Sessions
– Criminal: Trauma-Informed Victim Interviewing w/ Lisa Leavitt, Jen Faumuina, Donna Kelly, and Heleen McKenzie
– Civil: HR and Employment Law Briefing w/ Spencer Phillips
– Political: Gerrymandering and Citizens Initiatives w/ Lisa Baskin
3:50pm – 4:50pm: Addressing Homelessness through Multi-Level Government Action w/ Tyler Clancy, Ben McAdams, and Tricia Davis Winter
CLE information forthcoming.

2025 Dinstinguished Service Award

About BYU Law’s Government & Politics Legal Society
The Government & Politics Legal Society (GPLS) focuses on helping students gain knowledge about careers, service, and externships in government. It is the only student club that plans and hosts a CLE (the State & Local Government Conference) giving students a chance to interact with practitioners in the community. Conference proceeds also help support GPLS students as they pursue government internships.
Please send an e-mail to gpls@club.law.byu.edu with any questions.
Refunds and Cancellations: Non-emergency
If you cannot attend the event, you may transfer your registration to another attendee or request a refund.
There will be no penalty for cancellations received on or before the date 30 days prior to the first day of the event. A cancellation fee of 50% of registration costs will be applied for cancellations received between 29 to 10 days before the annual conference. No refund will be issued for cancellations received less than 10 days before the first day of the event, unless in accordance with the Emergency Policy below. Transfers may be made if requested anytime prior to the event. All cancellations or requests for transfer or refund must be sent in writing via e-mail or regular mail to the BYU Law School Accounting Office, acctclerk@law.byu.edu or imblerm@law.byu.edu. Telephone requests may not be honored. If necessary to cancel by USPS, please allow sufficient time for a response. BYU Law School is not responsible for problems beyond our control such as weather conditions, campus conditions, parking, etc. No refunds will be given in these situations. The final decision on refunds rests with the BYU Law School Accounting Office.
Emergency Illness or Death of Registrant or Immediate Family Member
Refunds may be granted if an attendee is unable to attend the conference due to a family death, illness, or other extraordinary circumstance. In such a circumstance, the Accounting Office must be contacted by phone, letter or e-mail. If initial notification is by phone, it must be followed up in writing.

The Future of Medicaid in Texas — What’s at Stake?
2025-03-21 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy, 6100 Main Street, Houston, TX, 77005, United States
Join us to discuss the future of Medicaid in Texas and understand what’s on the line.

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a budget resolution calling for an $880 billion reduction over 10 years, a move that the Congressional Budget Office says is impossible without significant cuts to Medicaid and other essential health programs. As a vital source of health coverage for Americans, including nearly 4 million Texans, these programs play a critical role in ensuring access to care for low-income families, children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. What could these proposed cuts mean for Texas and the nation?
Join us for an in-depth discussion on the future of American healthcare, featuring a national expert who will break down the potential policy changes and their broader implications. Representatives from hospitals, clinics, and the disability community will share insights on how these changes could affect patients and health care providers across Texas.

This Director’s office event is co-sponsored with the Baker Institute Center for Health Policy. It is free and open to the public.

Follow @BakerInstitute on X and join the conversation online with #BakerLive.

Livestream—The Future of Medicaid in Texas — What’s at Stake?
2025-03-21 08:30 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | TN
Join us for a discussion on the future of Medicaid in Texas and what’s at stake.

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a budget resolution calling for an $880 billion reduction over 10 years, a move that the Congressional Budget Office says is impossible without significant cuts to Medicaid and other essential health programs. As a vital source of health coverage for Americans, including nearly 4 million Texans, these programs play a critical role in ensuring access to care for low-income families, children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. What could these proposed cuts mean for Texas and the nation?
Join us for an in-depth discussion on the future of American healthcare, featuring a national expert who will break down the potential policy changes and their broader implications. Representatives from hospitals, clinics, and the disability community will share insights on how these changes could affect patients and health care providers across Texas.
This Director’s office event is co-sponsored with the Baker Institute Center for Health Policy.

In-Town Pool Call Time
2025-03-21 09:00 (America/New_York) | The White House
In-Town Pool

Metropolitan Area Employment and Unemployment (Monthly)
2025-03-21 10:00 UTC | Washington, DC

The President and the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth deliver remarks
2025-03-21 11:00 (America/New_York) | TN
White House Press Pool

The President and the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth deliver remarks
2025-03-21 11:00 (America/New_York) | Oval Office

Out-of-Town Travel Pool Call Time
2025-03-21 15:40, 2025-03-22 14:30 (America/New_York) | TN
Out-of-Town Travel Pool

Out-of-Town Travel Pool Call Time
2025-03-21 15:40 (America/New_York) | Joint Base Andrews

The President departs The White House en route Joint Base Andrews
2025-03-21 17:00 (America/New_York) | TN
Open Press

The President departs The White House en route Joint Base Andrews
2025-03-21 17:00 (America/New_York) | South Lawn

The President arrives Joint Base Andrews
2025-03-21 17:10 (America/New_York) | TN

The President arrives Joint Base Andrews
2025-03-21 17:10 (America/New_York) | Joint Base Andrews

The President departs Joint Base Andrews en route Morristown Municipal Airport
2025-03-21 17:20 (America/New_York) | TN

The President departs Joint Base Andrews en route Morristown Municipal Airport
2025-03-21 17:20 (America/New_York) | Joint Base Andrews

Socrates in the City with Senator Josh Hawley
2025-03-21 18:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Palm Beach Atlantic University, 901 South Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401, United States
Socrates in the City Presents: Eric Metaxas in Conversation with Senator Josh Hawley

NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED!
Join us for an unforgettable evening with U.S. Senator Josh Hawley in Palm Beach, Florida, on March 21st, as he sits down with Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas to explore one of the most pressing cultural questions of our time: “What is Manhood?”
In this thought-provoking conversation, Senator Hawley will draw from his bestselling book, Manhood: The Masculine Virtues America Needs, and share his insights on the crisis of masculinity in modern America. With his unique blend of intellectual rigor and cultural critique, Hawley will examine how traditional virtues like courage, honor, and responsibility are essential not only for individual fulfillment but for the health of society as a whole.
This is a rare opportunity to hear from one of the leading voices in the national debate on family, faith, and the future of masculinity. Whether you’re grappling with these issues personally or simply seeking a deeper understanding of their cultural significance, this event promises to be both inspiring and enlightening.
Details:

Date: March 21st, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM Reception, 7:00 PM Interview, 8:30 PM VIP Dinner
Location: Palm Beach Atlantic University (901 S Flagler Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33401)
Dinner Location: The Norton Museum (1450 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL 33401)
Host: Eric Metaxas, Host of Socrates in the City

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General Admission: Theater-style seating to watch the main event interview with Senator Josh Hawley and Eric Metaxas + a book signing afterwards!
VIP Admission: Before the main event, join Senator Josh Hawley and Eric Metaxas for non-alcoholic drinks and passed hors d’oeuvres.
Dinner: After the main event, join Senator Josh Hawley and Eric Metaxas for a coursed dinner, conversation, and Q&A at The Norton Museum (1450 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL 33401). Tickets include an invitation to the VIP reception. Limited availability.
Live Stream: If you cannot join us in Palm Beach, watch the interview as it happens — before we get to edit out the flubs and fluffs — and host friends to join you for your own private SITC event wherever you are! Watch at socratesinthecityplus.com.
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Josh Hawley, born in 1980 in Springdale, Arkansas, is a U.S. Senator from Missouri known for his populist conservative views and advocacy for traditional family values. Before entering politics, he graduated from Stanford University and the University of Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, eventually becoming Missouri’s Attorney General in 2017. As Attorney General, Hawley gained national attention for his aggressive stance against tech companies like Google, positioning himself as a champion of state rights and consumer protection. In 2018, he successfully ran for the U.S. Senate, defeating incumbent Democrat Claire McCaskill and cementing his place as a rising star in the Republican Party.
Hawley’s political philosophy is deeply influenced by his personal beliefs, particularly those explored in his 2021 book Manhood: The Masculine Virtues America Needs. In the book, he critiques modern American culture for undermining traditional masculinity, arguing that men today are facing a crisis of purpose and identity. Drawing from his Christian faith and a vision of American virtue, Hawley calls for a return to virtues like courage, responsibility, and honor, which he sees as crucial for both personal fulfillment and societal strength. Through his political career and his writing, Hawley has emerged as a leading voice in the conservative movement, advocating for a new vision of masculinity and the importance of strong families in rebuilding American society.

The President arrives Morristown Municipal Airport
2025-03-21 18:10, 2025-03-22 17:55 (America/New_York) | TN

The President arrives Morristown Municipal Airport
2025-03-21 18:10, 2025-03-22 17:55 (America/New_York) | Morristown Municipal Airport

The President departs Morristown Municipal Airport en route Trump National Golf Club Bedminster
2025-03-21 18:20 (America/New_York) | TN

The President departs Morristown Municipal Airport en route Trump National Golf Club Bedminster
2025-03-21 18:20 (America/New_York) | Morristown Municipal Airport

The President arrives Trump National Golf Club Bedminster
2025-03-21 18:30 (America/New_York) | TN
Closed Press

The President arrives Trump National Golf Club Bedminster
2025-03-21 18:30 (America/New_York) | Trump National Golf Club Bedminster

2024 Gabon Presidential Election
2025-03-22 00:00 - 23:59 UTC | Gabon
Presidential

The President departs Trump National Golf Club Bedminster en route Morristown Municipal Airport
2025-03-22 17:45 (America/New_York) | Trump National Golf Club Bedminster

The President departs Trump National Golf Club Bedminster en route Morristown Municipal Airport
2025-03-22 17:45 (America/New_York) | TN
