Instruction
When writing your letter, consider these tips:
a. Use the proper form of address (The Honorable John Smith, Dear Senator Smith or The Honorable Joan Doe, Dear Representative Doe).
b. Identify yourself as a member of his or her state or district.
c. Immediately state your position (I urge you to support/oppose...because...).
d. Present facts and illustrations and explain how they affect you personally. If legislation were enacted, how would you or your organization be better off or worse off? Avoid generalities.
e. Offer to provide further information.
f. Keep the message polite, constructive, and brief (one page).