Each spring, APRO members from across the country head to Washington, D.C., to share the rent-to-own story with federal lawmakers during the APRO Legislative Conference.
This three-day experience brings together RTO professionals from across the country to meet face-to-face with U.S. senators, representatives, and legislative staff. It’s a chance to tell your RTO story and build meaningful relationships with policymakers who shape the future of our business.
Whether you’re an experienced advocate or new to this kind of outreach, the Legislative Conference is designed to empower you. APRO provides tools, training, and team-based support so that every attendee can confidently and clearly communicate the value of rent-to-own – not just for businesses, but for employees, customers, and communities.
All APRO members are encouraged to participate – from store-level employees and owners to vendors and industry partners. Your voice matters, and your presence on Capitol Hill makes a difference. By joining the Legislative Conference, you become a powerful part of the collective effort to protect and promote the rent-to-own industry at the federal level.
First time attending? You may be eligible for the APRO Legislative Fellowship Program, created to help first-time participants get involved and make the most of their advocacy experience.
To read the full recap of the 2025 event, click here.
Questions about the conference or how to get involved? Contact us at info@rtohq.org.
Save the dates April 8-10, 2025, to join your fellow APRO members at the 2025 Legislative Conference in Washington, DC. This is your chance to meet with lawmakers, share the vital importance of rent-to-own, and make your voice heard on the issues that matter most.
Each year, your presence in the nation’s capital helps shape the future of our industry and strengthens our relationships with key legislators. By consistently showing up, we ensure that when the time comes to advocate for our industry, our legislators already know us, understand our concerns, and are ready to support us.
If you have any questions about the Legislative Conference or how to get involved, please contact us at info@rtohq.org.
Hear From 2025 Legislative Conference Attendees
Go behind the scenes of APRO’s 2025 Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C., where rent-to-own professionals from across the country came together to share their stories with lawmakers. Hear firsthand from attendees – including first-time participants and seasoned advocates – about what the experience meant to them and why showing up for RTO matters.
Video courtesy of Nationwide Marketing Group
Thank You to Our 2025 Sponsors!
