Assignment

H.R.5138 - Over-The-Counter Contraceptives Act of 2016 (pending bill)

The Over-the Counter Contraceptives Act of 2016 was introduced on April 29, 2016 and sponsored by Mia Love (R) Representative for Utah's 4th Congressional District

The form of the Letter of Support to a "proposed" (pending) law shall be similar to that found in the Additional Resources section on how to write letters of support. Additionally, the letter shall address, briefly, in the narrative, substantive arguments of concerned interest groups taking the opposite position from that advanced by the Group. The letter shall be properly addressed to an appropriate legislative official and a subject line included, identifying the subject of the letter and the direction the group desires the elected official to side on. Furthermore, all sources shall be properly cited and referenced in APA Style. Authoritative sources are defined as books, peer reviewed journals, education and government sites as well as non-partisan national or international organizations (such as WHO, UNICEF, UNAIDS etc).

Sample letter:

The Honorable (First Name) (Last Name)

Address

City, State, Zip code

Dear (Assembly Member/ Senator) (Last Name)

Be courteous and informative in your communication

State the purpose of the letter in the opening sentence and if you are referring to a bill, include the bill number, author and topic. If you live in the selected official's district be sure to say this in the opening paragraph as well. (I don't live in the selected officials district)

Focus on the message and key point. Personalize the letter by including examples of how the legislation might impact you and your family. Keep the letter brief- not more than one page.

Restate your request at the end of the letter, for example urging them to support the bill. Thank the legislature for his or her support and offer to address any questions that he or she might have. Be sure to include your contact information, and sign the letter.