Call Legislators
Call Legislators
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Calling legislators is often the most effective way to share thoughts on a specific issue or bill. It only takes a couple minutes to call your legislator or their assistant. If you don’t know who your state legislators are, click “find your legislator”
For some specific calls to action, you should also call the governor or specific committee chairs to let them know your thoughts.
What should I say?
What should I say?
Check our Facebook page for current calls to action. We will try to help you by providing the key points, bill numbers and who to contact. Here is a basic template you can use for calling an elected official:
BASIC EMAIL TEMPLATE TO LEGISLATOR
Ask switchboard operator to speak with Senator/Representative (Name) or their legislative assistant.
The person will ask for your name and contact info. They may ask if you are a constituent.
I’m calling because _______ (I’m a concerned parent, tax-payer, citizen, etc) and I’m urging Senator/Representative (Name) to oppose/support (bill number).
Explain why in less than three sentences.
Be polite and kind in your language and tone, but make sure they know where you stand.
Say thank you.
Once you've made your call, tell your friends and neighbors what you did!
Share your advocacy on social media!
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