Remember a lot of people will contact legislators to provide their input on different legislation, policies, programs and issues so make YOUR contact stick out.
When writing or e-mailing a legislator:
• The suggested style is:
The Honorable _______________________
United States (State of Ohio ) Senate (Representative)
Address
Dear Senator ______________ or Dear Representative _______________
• Try to stick to one page and if writing in longhand, write legibly
• In the first paragraph, state your purpose
• If you are writing about a bill, site the name and number of the bill
• Support your position with the rest of the letter
• Be factual and support your position with how the legislation, etc. impacts you or people you are concerned about
• Avoid emotional and/or philosophical statements
• Say what you would like the legislator to do
• Thank the legislator for their support
• Be sure to include your name, address and e-mail address
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