Tips on Writing to a State Senator

Letters continue to be the most popular method of communicating with a State Senator's office. How well your letter is prepared will determine whether your correspondence will be effective. Following some simple steps will enable you to make the most of your communications to your Senator.


  1. State the purpose of your correspondence in the first paragraph. If your letter pertains to a specific piece of legislation, identify it accordingly, e.g., LB ___ or LR ___.
  2. Write in a courteous manner; get to the point and include key information, using examples to support your position. Don't be vague.
  3. Each letter should contain only one issue. Stick to that issue and keep your letters to one page.


To a State Senator:
SENATOR _______
DISTRICT _______
STATE CAPITOL BLDG
LINCOLN NE 68509

Remember:
  • Address the senator properly

  • Identify the bill

  • Be polite and non-confrontational

  • Be specific and stick to the point

  • Limit your correspondence to one topic

  • Keep your letter to one page