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Application and the Selection Process​
  • 2026 LEHI Applications will open in early February 2026. Please email [email protected] if you would like to indicate interest in applying before applications open.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Elected state or provincial legislators from the U.S. or Canada
  • Legislators currently serving on energy, natural resources, or environment committees
  • Legislators interested in making energy a part of their legislative career
  • Governors, governor's advisors, or relevant Office of the Governor applicants

Selection Criteria
Selection of applicants is based upon a combination of the following criteria: 
  • Energy-related legislative committee assignments, experience, and/or commitment to energy policy
  • Endorsement from caucus leadership and/or LEHI alumni
  • A balance of bi-partisan, diverse, and geographically diverse participants
  • Selection of applicants will be at the discretion of the Institute partner organizations
  • All applications will be considered

What to Know Before Applying
  • You are encouraged to get a recommendation from legislative leadership or LEHI alumni. Priority is given to legislators who have been recommended by leadership or alumni. 
  • Please be respectful of other applicants by ensuring that you are able to commit to the program. 
  • Tuition for LEHI is $9000 USD per participant. This will be covered for qualified elected legislators who are accepted into the program. Travel and accommodations is estimated at $3000 USD. Scholarships are available for accepted applicants through legislative organizations. 
  • LEHI travel and tuition scholarships have been accepted by all participant state ethics committees as a sanctioned expense.  It is up to each participant to check with their legislative rules regarding scholarships.
  • For more information on scholarships such as what legislative organization you might be eligible to receive a scholarship through, visit the "Scholarships" page. 

Selection Process and Next Steps
  • Applications Open: Early February
  • Applications Due: May 1
  • Cohort Selection: May 15 - June 1
  • Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Please apply early. If you are not selected into the 2025 Cohort, you may be asked to serve as an alternate. 
  • Upon acceptance into the LEHI Cohort, you will be asked to complete a commitment form to confirm your LEHI attendance and commitment and officially enroll in the Cohort. Following this, you will be provided with instructions on booking your accommodations and travel. 
  • LEHI Session 1: July 10-14, 2026, in Richland, WA
  • LEHI Session 2: November 18-21, 2026, in Washington, D.C.