Letters

The Honorable ___________ 

Indiana House of Representatives [or] Indiana State Senate

Statehouse

200 W. Washington Street

Indianapolis, IN 46204

This is the most effective method for communicating with lawmakers. Be brief and logical, refer to specific legislation and bill numbers, provide any personal examples possible, be courteous instead of angry and explain your views.

Writing Tips

Senators

(317) 232-9400

(800) 382-9467

 

Representatives

(317) 232-9600

(800) 382-9842

The same suggestions apply for phone calls as letters and it helps to prepare a few points before you call. When you call the switchboard, ask to speak to a specific legislator. You will be forwarded to the legislator directly or to an assistant.

Sending an Email message

Senators:   s#@ai.org

Representatives: r#@ai.org

Replace the "#" symbol with the legislator’s district number (see the roster for district #’s).

The same rules apply to e-mail as letters, but being brief and concise is even more important.  Resist the urge to fire off an abrupt or angry e-mail to a legislator.  Remember, this is not face-to-face and your wording and punctuation content will be interpreted by the receiver accordingly.