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First, check the schedule at http://bit.ly/2L9pp7N and find out when and where hearings on the bills you're interested in will be held. Set time aside in your schedule and make sure you arrive early. #MotivationMonday #Lobbying101 3/
Once you have determined the when & where of the hearing, contact your legislators to let them know you'll be coming to testify. They may be able to help make introductions to the committee members. #MotivationMonday #Lobbying101 4/
Contact info for your state legislators can be found here:
Senators - http://bit.ly/2RYol9p
Representatives - http://bit.ly/2RWaQqt
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Take time to prepare your testimony in advance. Practice what you are going to say and (optionally) bring 24 printed copies of your testimony with you. For more public speaking tips, see here: http://bit.ly/2EqN6HS . #MotivationMonday #Lobbying101 6/
A few things to make sure you include in your testimony:
1. Your name and the town/city you live in
2. Personal connection to the bill
3. Accurate facts & evidence
4. A thank you to the committee for their time
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Other important things to do include keeping your testimony short & to the point, remaining calm and unhurried while speaking & staying concise while answering any questions the committee may have. #MotivationMonday #Lobbying101 8/
Learn more here, then get out and participate in your democracy! http://bit.ly/2Qq2oD6 . #MotivationMonday #Lobbying101 9/9
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