How to write your Congressman

Learn how to write your Congressman goes hand in hand with being a responsible citizen. But sometimes it's not always easy to know what to write, why you should write or where to send those letters as soon as you have them written. No matter what your reason for writing the biggest why is is that it gives you a voice, you have a chance to be heard. Here are some other reasons why you need to write.

Reasons to write your Congressman

Pending bill passed that you want or don't want to
You're up against impending budget cuts
You want to change a law
You want to propose a law
Or just want to tell your Congress person who you appreciate the work that they do
What to write

Dear Mr./Mrs. (formal)

It is my understanding or I am concerned and state your problem. What is your solution to the question or do you have a question? Offer to help or to ask what you can do to help. The letter need not be too long, a paragraph or two is fine. Thank your Congress person for their time.

If you write a current law change, all information about the law that you have. What the problems are and what you want your Congress person to do. Don't be pushy or demanding, be respectful and harsh words you should not use.

A sample letter

Dear Mrs. Clinton,

I am concerned about the lack of funding for the health of our nation's uninsured children. The cost of health care is astronomical, more and more Americans are finding it difficult to pay for the insurance. The recent budget cuts to the States subsidised health care for children is my specific care. What will happen to these children if assistance is no longer available for them? I'd be very interested in hearing from you on this topic. What can I do to help to change this situation? How can I support the children's health insurance Plan in my area?

With kind regards,

Where to send your letters

Senators and representatives enjoy hearing from their constituents-they use these letters insight on what the people they represent thinking. You can write to your senator and representative of the United States in Washington, DC, by just using the correct zip code.

By Senator name

U.s. Senate

Washington, DC 20510

The name of the representative of

Of the United States House of representatives

Washington, DC 20515

While you learn how to write your Congressman do not forget to register to vote while you're at it. Writing, vote and be heard! I'm female to hear me ROAR!