The best way to communicate in writing with your Members of Congress is by email. You can find contact information for your elected officials here.

Your messages will have a better chance of making an impression if you follow these tips.

Email tips

• Keep your email short and to the point.
• Do not mention multiple policy issues in the same email. Each email message is typically routed within the Congressional office to a staffer who handles a specific public policy portfolio, and you are more likely to receive a detailed response to a single request or topic.
• Your message will get the attention it deserves if you take the time to personalize it with data or stories that reflect your experiences in your community. 
• Do not use harsh or threatening language. Be thoughtful, straightforward, and clear. 
• If you can’t lobby, you can still educate. Rather than requesting support for legislation, consider concluding your message with an invitation to a site visit or a meeting to explain the issue further. 
• Do not try to write to representatives and senators who do not represent you. It is a waste of effort. They have filters that automatically delete your emails.