While rule waivers can be granted for special circumstances, there is increasing pressure to adhere to the bill deadlines. Consequently, legislative that fails during its first committee is usually dead or must wait until the following year to be resurrected. Letters should communicate your position on the particular bill, what interest you have in the bill, and how the bill will impact you, your business, or your community. Make a phone calls. Phone calls are not as persuasive as letters, but are often more timely when legislation is moving quickly.
Personal meetings are the best opportunity to influence a legislator on a bill.
Testify at committee hearings. For some members, how he or she votes on a bill depends upon the dynamics and what is said at the committee hearing. Letter State your position. Explain your reasons for supporting or opposing the bill. Address your letter properly.