Write an email or Mail a Letter

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Remember to include your address and city! Showing your member of Congress that you are a constituent is critical. When writing to the Chair of a committee or the Speaker of the House, whether in an email or a physical letter, it is proper to address them as: "Dear Mr. Chairman/Madam Chairwoman," or "Dear Mr. Speaker."

Your message should use the following format:

The Honorable (Name)
Address
City, State, ZIP

Dear (Representative or Senator) (Last Name),

(Your message here)

Sincerely,
Your name
Address
City, State, ZIP
Email address or phone number