TIPS ON COMMUNICATING WITH LEGISLATORS
 
      
Writing a Letter or E-mail
  • Write on business letterhead (if possible) and include your signature and typed name
  • Address letter to: The Honorable (full name)
  • In the salutation, write, "Dear Senator or Representative [last name of legislator]"
  • If you are a constituent, mention it in the first paragraph or if sending an e-mail, include it in the subject line
  • Keep the letter to one-page unless you have important data to attach
  • Provide a brief explanation on the bill or issue that affects you
  • In the e-mail subject line, include bill number and name of your company
 
      
Making Phone Calls and Scheduling Meetings
  • Don't hesitate to call legislators
  • When setting up a meeting, ask to speak with the scheduler
  • State your reason(s) for the call/meeting
  • If you are a constituent or have a business in the legislator's district, mention it
  • Be respectful
  • Avoid making disparaging or rude comments



 

 

 

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  Submit testimony on HB 466, a bill that changes the workers' compensation system.  
 
 
 
  • The Chamber awarded $25,000 to the Waikiki Health Center from the Public Health Fund, click here for more info.
  • The Chamber's Testimony in SUPPORT for Bill 54 relating to Stored Property, click here.
  • The Chamber's Testimony in SUPPORT for the BOE's single college and career ready High School Diploma, click here.
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  • Check out the bills that the Chamber is tracking this Legislative Session!