AAEA Invited To Testify Before Congressional Black Caucus

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX), above, member of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) and the House Committe on Science and Technology, has invited AAEA President Norris McDonald to participate in the Science and Technology Braintrust during the CBC's Annual Legislative Conference. The conference is held at the Washington Convention Center and the Science and Technology Braintrust will be held at 9:00 a.m. in Room 149-A on Friday, September 26, 2008

AAEA is delighted to receive the invitation from Congresswoman Johnson. The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 38th Annual Legislative Conference will take place in the heart of our Nation’s Capitol from September 24–27 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The theme is Embracing the Promise, Realizing the Vision. The Annual Legislative Conference is a time to gather from around the country, present shared issues, brainstorm resolutions and establish an action plan for the coming year. Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick is Chairwoman of the Congressional Black Caucus. Historical note: Norris McDonald organized the first Energy Braintrust for Congressman Mickey Leland in 1981. (Click on letter to enlarge)