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Contacting Elected Representatives
Writing a letter to your elected officials is a very effective way of getting your messages across. Here are a few helpful hints in drafting your correspondence:
- Identify yourself and your position on the issue right up front. Be clear, concise and educate your legislator on your point of view.
- If you are addressing a piece of legislation affecting Alzheimer’s patients and families, share your story about how the disease has touched your life and why you think this legislation is good or bad.
- Note if you reside in that legislator’s district. Votes count !
- Remember timing is important. Direct your letters early enough to make a difference in moving a bill successfully through the committee process.
- Make sure your correspondence is one page or less. Attach supporting information.
- Remember to take the time to express your appreciation!
For a list of your current elected officials and their contact information, click here.
Remember, it is important to use the proper address and salutation when addressing an elected official. The following are the correct address formats and salutations:
Governor
The Honorable Janet Napolitano, Governor
State Capitol
1700 W. Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Dear Governor Napolitano,
State Senator
The Honorable (full name)
Arizona State Senate
1700 W. Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Dear Senator (last name),
State Representative
The Honorable (full name)
Arizona State House of Representatives
1700 W. Washington St.
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Dear Representative (last name),
U.S. Senate
The Honorable (full name)
(Specific Office Address--see Contacts Page for current Senators)
Washington, DC 20510
Dear Senator (last name),
U.S. House of Representatives
The Honorable (full name)
(Specific Office Address--see Contacts Page for current Representatives)
Washington, DC 20515
Dear Representative (last name),
President
The Honorable George W. Bush
President of the United States
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20500
Dear President Bush,
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Jami Goldman
Director of Advocacy
1028 E McDowell Rd
Phoenix AZ 85006
602.528.0545 t
602.528.0546 f
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