Ever wonder how US citizens influence the vote of elected representatives? It is easy to do.
You can send a postal letters, fax, email, or call, or visit them in person.
Which is the better way to lobby?
- A personal visit is the best way to communicate to your representative.
- The visit is typically very brief, so be prepared to state your position about a bill or issue quickly.
- If a bill is being discussed, refer to the bill number and name.
- Leave appropriate materials including: a card and brochure to identify yourself and contact information, a one page “position page” that simply & clearly outlines the facts and references of your position, and a web address if you have one that presents “position page” with more information.
- Representing a group has more clout. And if you can visit with your group, that is even better.
- Always ask for a reply.
Have ever wondered where to find out what laws are being considered?
Go to http://thomas.loc.gov.
How do you find out who your representative is?
Go to:
• Directory of Representatives | House.gov
https://www.house.gov/representatives
• U.S. Senate: How to contact U.S. Senators – Senate.gov,
https://www.senate.gov/reference/common/faq/How_to_correspond_senators.htm