This is a page that contains information about how to write a letter to your local congressperson and effectively advocate your position.

STEP 1

We have to begin at the beginning.  The first step is to decide on whether you want to write your Senator or Representative.

STEP 2

Locate the name and address of your local representative here.

Locate the name and address of the senators from your state here.

STEP 3

Draft your letter.

Some key points:

• Representatives should be addressed as follows:

The Honorable (full name)
(Room #) (Name) House Office Building
United States House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20515

Dear Representative:

• Senators should be addressed as follows:

The Honorable (full name)
(Room #) (Name) Senate Office Building
United States Senate
Washington, DC 20510

Dear Senator:

Specific Advocacy Campaigns: