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1. Use complete and proper names, addresses and titles. (Rally Congress can take care of that for you!)
2. Keep your letter short-- one page at most-- and try to focus your letter on only one topic or issue. Keeping your letter short and focused helps Congressional staff sort, understand, and respond to your letter.
IN THE OPENING PARAGRAPH:
3. Make a personal connection if you have one. If you know the official or someone on staff personally, your letter may receive special attention. (Examples: "As your neighbor in Park Estates, I wanted to write you with my concerns about...", "As a fellow member of Trinity Church in Springfield, I'm sure you'd appreciate to know that ...")
4. Indicate if you live in the official's state or Congressional district. (Example: "As a long-time Springfield resident...")
5. Clearly state your position. If you support or oppose a specific bill or issue, say so! (Example: "I am writing in support of H.R. 555....")
IN THE MIDDLE PARAGRAPH:
6. Avoid making demands or attacks. Instead, make your case, point by point.
7. Use a personal example, if you have one, about how the issue impacts you and your community. (Example: "This legislation will create 200 jobs in Springfield, according to ...")
IN THE CLOSING PARAGRAPH:
8. Request a specific action. ("Please vote in favor of legislation to..." or "Please cosponsor H.R. 555..." )
9. Thank the official for his or her consideration of your views.
10. Ask to receive a written reponse.
That's about it. It's every American's right and duty to communicate to Congress (it's even in the Constitution's Bill of Rights) so sound off and be heard!