• Keep it brief, ideally no longer than one page

• State who you are up front; if you are writing about a particular bill, include the bill number

• Identify three main points

• Make your letter personal (include a short story about what the issue is important to you)

• Be courteous and respectful, while always being clear and firm in your viewpoint

Dear Representative/Senator [insert last name]:

My name is ____ and I am a constituent who lives in [insert your assembly or senatorial district]. I am [insert relevant skills or professional/practical experience, especially if it is relative to the bill you are providing testimony on].

I am writing today to express my support for [insert bill title and bill number].

• Main point #1

• Main point #2

• Main point #3

Insert a personal story or connection to the issue.

[Restate your concern and the specific action you would like them to take]. Thank you for your time.

Sincerely,

Name

Street Address

City, State, Zip

Email/Phone