The Legislative Program connects Members of Congress with their legislative counterparts from Lithuania fostering direct engagement between these parties on governance and policymaking. Through meetings and discussions in Washington, D.C. and in a host community in the United States, American Legislators will gain firsthand insights into the political landscape of Lithuania. Lithuania held Parliamentary elections in 2024 resulting in a change of government. Enhancing national security, including increasing defense spending as a portion of GDP to above 5 percent by 2026 is one of the Lithuanian government's top priorities.