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One of the most effective ways to pass legislation is to meet with your Representatives, Senators and their staff. Your Representatives and Senators really do listen to the needs of their constituents, especially when enough people are asking for change.

You can sign up here to lobby your Representatives or Senators. Our National Organizing Team will connect you with other people from your area who want to target the same policy-maker.

If you have already had a meeting with a Congressional Office, please fill out the meeting report form

Setting up a Meeting with Congress

Read about how to set up a meeting with a Congressional office about Youth PROMISE Act by visiting our 'Scheduling a Meeting' page.

Materials to Help you Speak about Youth PROMISE Act in your Meeting:

Materials to Bring with you to the Meeting (do NOT give to staffer)

Research for your Meeting

Information about violence issues and currentl prevention programs in your community is extremely important for your meeting. Follow these directions in the document below to help research these details, as well as the background and interests of your Representative or Senator. This is the part of your preparation that will have the most influence at your meeting!

  • Youth PROMISE Act Legislative Research Strategy and Instructions

Packet of Materials to Present at Meeting

Below are some materials we recommend putting into a folder that you can hand to the staffer when you arrive at the office. In addition to these materials, we strongly recommend going through the House cosponsors list and create your own list of Congressmen/women from your State who are co-sponsors. This list will play an important part of your Senate meeting.
 

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