Day on the Hill will take place at the Tennessee State Capitol and the Cordell Hull State Office Building.

Address:
Cordell Hull State Office Building
425 Rep. John Lewis Way N
Nashville, TN 37243

Most legislative offices are located in the Cordell Hull Building, which is connected to the Capitol complex.

The most important part of Day on the Hill is the pre-scheduled meetings with legislators.

We strongly recommend:

• Planning to park at least one hour before the scheduled event, OR
• Arriving at the legislative offices at least 30 minutes early

The building is eight stories tall and can take time to navigate.

Event Time:
Wednesday, April 1
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM CT

Public parking is available throughout downtown Nashville.

You can view nearby parking options here:
https://nashvilledowntown.com/get-around/nashville-parking

Another nearby option:

WeGo Central
400 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
Located across from the Cordell Hull entrance

More information:
https://www.wegotransit.com/ride/transit-services/buses/

Please note: Some parking locations require a smartphone with QR reader and credit card for payment.

When you arrive:

• Check in with Coalition staff and volunteers
• Pick up advocacy materials and one-pagers
• Confirm your legislator’s meeting time and office location. These will be pre-scheduled times that will be given at check-in.
• Connect with your assigned group leader (if applicable)

If you arrive early, you may:

• Sit in on a legislative committee hearing
• Visit other advocacy groups present at the Capitol
• Network with advocates from across Tennessee

The Tennessee Coalition team will have staff and volunteers stationed:

• Near the main entrance
• At our Coalition check-in table
• Throughout the building to help guide attendees

Coalition staff will be clearly identifiable. Don’t hesitate to ask for help — we are there to support you.

Legislators typically dress formally, but you do not have to.

You are welcome to:

• Wear business or business casual attire
• Wear your Day on the Hill shirt (if participating in the coordinated look)

The Cordell Hull Building involves a lot of walking, so comfortable shoes are strongly encouraged.

Preparation makes all the difference.

Before arriving, we recommend:

• Reviewing our policy priority one-pagers
• Watching any advocacy prep videos, or attending any virtual prep meetings
• Reviewing talking points shared by the Coalition
• Knowing the name of your Senator and Representative

You can find your legislators here:
https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/LegislatorInfo/

We will also provide materials onsite.

Absolutely. Just make sure to register here: Day on the Hill – April 1st

You are welcome to:

• Bring a colleague
• Attend with your advocacy group
• Bring support if you are a survivor sharing your story

Advocacy is stronger when we stand together.

In addition to legislative meetings, participants may:

• Attend a brief advocacy orientation session
• Participate in group photos
• Observe committee hearings
• Connect with advocates and partners statewide
• Receive updates on current survivor-centered legislation

Day on the Hill is about connection, visibility, and impact.

Yes.

The Tennessee General Assembly holds committee hearings throughout the week. Schedules may vary.

You can view committee schedules and livestream hearings here:
https://capitol.tn.gov

The Tennessee Coalition is committed to accessibility.

If you need accommodation (ASL interpreter, mobility access assistance, etc.), please indicate your request when you register or contact us in advance so we can do our best to meet your needs.

Advance notice helps us ensure proper arrangements.

If your plans change, please notify us as soon as possible so we can plan accordingly.

📞 Phone: 615-622-6614
📧 Email: cleonard@tncoalition.org

Contact the Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence at: 615-622-6614 or cleonard@tncoaltion.org