State your position on the issue of concern to you. Ask your legislator s position on the issue. Anticipate possible responses, so you can be prepared to ask follow-up questions. If the legislator or the aide cannot give you an immediate response, ask for a return call at their convenience. Give them your phone number and call back if you do not get an answer.
Visits give legislators a feel for the concerns of the people they represent.
They give visitors an opportunity to build rapport and develop personal relationships with legislators and legislative aides. Lawmakers are more available when Congress or the state Legislature is not in session. During the session, when legislators are particularly busy, many constituents visit in groups. Be brief, specific and polite. Have everybody introduce themselves, identifying their affiliation with CCS, the church, or the legislator s district as appropriate.