Overview During the past few years, Congress has introduced legislation aimed at restructuring the country's employment, unemployment, training and related programs. The Committee's purpose is twofold. Second, the Committee facilitates a grassroots communication link throughout the country. Through this network, members contact Congress about these important issues. When the Committee determines that members should call or write their legislators regarding a particular issue, it releases an Action Memo , which provides specific informational guidelines regarding the request to chapter presidents, subchapter presidents, and legislative chairs.
Distribution also includes chapter veterans chairs and agency administrators.
In cases where immediate action is needed, the Legislative Steering Committee activates the legislative action network by direct mail, telephone or fax. Each chapter should establish a legislative committee with competent members who can provide continuity from one year to the next. The committee should be structured so it can provide a way to control action recommended by the International Legislative Steering Committee. Committee Structure and Responsibilities Appoint members of the chapter legislative committee. Ideally, members should represent each congressional district.