A delegation from the Connecticut Bar Association attended the American Bar Association’s 2026 ABA Day event in Washington, D.C., from March 24 to 26, according to an April 13 announcement. The group included ABA Day State Captains Daniel A. Schwartz and Alison J. Toumekian, as well as CBA Delegates Amy Lin Meyerson and Steve Curley.
ABA Day brings together leaders from the American Bar Association and state and local bars across the country to advocate on issues important to the legal profession. The Connecticut delegation met with U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, U.S. Representatives Jim Himes and Joe Courtney, as well as legislative staff for Senator Chris Murphy and Representatives Rosa DeLauro, Johana Hayes, and John Larson.
The CBA representatives focused their advocacy on increased funding for public defender programs and support for the Legal Services Corporation, which provides legal assistance to people with limited income. They also defended the public service loan forgiveness program during their meetings with lawmakers.
The Connecticut Bar Association promotes the legal profession and upholds principles of justice as a nonprofit member service entity according to its official website. The association advances community well-being through free legal advice and pro bono representation according to its official website, operates educational initiatives through partnerships such as with the Connecticut Bar Institute according to its official website, runs programs like those at its Law Center according to its official website, reaches more than 7,000 members statewide according to its official website, is guided by a president alongside a Board of Governors and House of Delegates according to its official website, and has been serving members since it was founded in 1875 in Meriden according to its official website.
The annual ABA Day event also featured guest speakers, presentations, and a reception at the United States Botanic Garden.
