15th Natural Products Day Set for March 2012

WASHINGTONFor the 15th time, the Natural Products Association (NPA) is hosting Natural Products Day in Washington on Tuesday, March 27, 2012, to provide an opportunity for NPA members and others in the industry to meet with members of Congress. Attendees will visit congressional offices and talk to senators, representatives and their staffs about legislation and regulatory activity that impacts the natural products industry.

Next year promises to bring a number of challenges and opportunities to the natural products industry on both the legislative and regulatory fronts. Natural Products Day is a great way for the industry to meet with policymakers who can make a difference," said John Gay, NPA executive director and CEO.

Natural Products Day aims to increase support on Capitol Hill by educating members of Congress about the important role that natural products play in keeping Americans healthy. This annual event hosts retailers, suppliers, manufacturers and supporters who participate in meetings at Congressional offices. There is no registration cost to attendees, and all meetings are prearranged by NPA. 

 Natural Products Day begins with a morning session led by association and government relations experts talking about effective ways to communicate with legislators and providing updates on key legislation and regulations. Following afternoon appointments, attendees attend a reception that honors NPA Congressional Championssenators and representatives who have worked hard to support initiatives important to the industry. 

 Read INSIDER's Natural Products Day 2011 coverage here.