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Communicating
with Legislators By Mail or Fax
- Use
the proper form of address on the envelope and inside address.
For senators and representatives: The Honorable [Full Name]
- Start
your letter: Dear Senator [last name] or Dear Representative [last
name]
- Make
your letter legible. Handwritten letters are great, but if your
handwriting isn't very easy to read, type the letter!
- It
must contain your name, return address and telephone number –
readable!
- Always
be polite. Never, never preach, threaten, or scold!
- In
the first sentence, state your position. "I oppose [bill
number]" or "I am against..."
- Then
introduce yourself: "I am a hobby breeder of Flat Island
Zorchers in Bug Run."
- Be
clear and concise. State exactly why the legislation concerns
you.
- Focus
on one or two issues at a time – don't try to cover everything
in one letter.
- Use
personal examples. Say how the legislation would affect you.
- Say
exactly what you want – not ,"Please consider this carefully,"
but "Please vote AGAINST this."
- Keep
it short – no more than one page long.
- End
by saying "Thank You" and " I look forward to your
response."
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