"Hello. My name is _____ and I am a constituent (or, if not a constituent, I am a concerned citizen or I am calling because the Senator or Rep. chairs such-and-such committee). I would like to register my opinion on the issue of ______ (name issue or bill number).  I am in favor of/opposed to _____.  [Here you may add a brief supporting sentence.] Please pass this information along to Senator ______/Rep.______,Thank you."

The Honorable _______ _______

United States Senate

Washington, DC 20510

or

The Honorable ______ ____

United States House of Representatives

Washington, DC 20515

Dear Senator/Representative ______:

I am writing as a constituent (or, if not a constituent, as a concerned citizen or because the Senator or Rep. chairs such-and-such committee) to ask you to support/vote against _______ (issue - or bill number). This issue is important and deserves your attention. [Her you may add any brief additional supporting comments.]

 Sincerely,

Your name, address