Thank Your Legislators For…
Co-sponsoring legislation important to you or NLBMDA, such as the Innocent Sellers Fairness Act (H.R. 989). Voting with you on a legislative issue that you care about. Taking an unpopular–but courageous–public stand on an issue. Voting with you or NLBMDA on key issues. This is particularly appropriate when your issue “died” in committee or failed to win passage on the House or Senate floor. Championing a legislative initiative, even if it fails. While it is common for elected officials to receive congratulations when they pass major legislation, only sincere supporters recognize legislators’ efforts when they fall short of their goals.
Thank Your Legislators By…
Calling radio talk show to publicly thank your legislators and support their positions on the issues they promote. Asking your employees to write thank-you notes to your legislator for visiting your lumberyard. Legislators expect the organizers of tours to follow up, but receiving numerous thank yous will help your facility and issues stand out. Contacting and complimenting your legislator on an article or column he or she wrote. Lawmakers often wonder if anyone reads their articles. Posting commentary on a blog or Internet chat room acknowledge your legislators’ successes and thanking them for their service.
