Writing Congress
Letters are a popular and effective way to communicate with a congressional office. Include your purpose for writing, including the specific bill or issue. Be courteous and brief. Include examples to support your position. Address only one issue in each letter and keep the letter to one page, if possible.
To a Senator
The Honorable (full name)
United States Senate
Washington, DC 20510
Dear Senator:
To a Representative
The Honorable (full name)
United States House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20515
Dear Representative:
Address the Chair of a Committee or the Speaker of the House as:
Dear Mr. Chairman or Madam Chairwoman:
Dear Madam Speaker or Mr. Speaker: