The best way to influence policymakers is to get in front of them in-person, according to the Congressional Management Foundation and the August recess is the best time to schedule an in-district meeting.
August recess offers opportunity to connect with Congress
August 05, 2021 / By ICBA
The best way to influence policymakers is to get in front of them in-person, according to the Congressional Management Foundation and the August recess is the best time to schedule an in-district meeting.
The best way to influence policymakers is to get in front of them in-person, according to the Congressional Management Foundation and the August recess is the best time to schedule an in-district meeting.
ICBA offers a list of schedulers in Congress and recommends this list of Town Halls to make the process easier.
Additional Resources: ICBA also provides toolkits to help set up meetings with elected officials and tips to help tell your unique story. Contact John Coleman at john.coleman@icba.org for assistance and to report your meeting.
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