Tennessee State Legislature
2013 Legislative Priorities
This year, SOCM is tracking two bills: The Scenic Vistas Protection Act and the Solar Tax Bill.
Read more....How a Bill Becomes a Law in Tennessee
Click here to read about the process involved in enacting a bill in the state of Tennessee. To track bills in the legislature and see live activity on the House and Senate floor visit the Tennessee General Assembly website.
Tips for the Citizen Lobbyist
SOCM wants you to be prepared for the harrowing journey that comes with political work. A listing of tips regarding visiting and writing your elected officials and testifying at public hearings can be found here.
Note: Information adapted from the Maine Women’s Lobby Citizen Guide.
How to Write a Letter-to-the-Editor
Writing a letter to the editor is a great way to let people in your community know how you feel about issues or programs that are important to you. You can also be sure that policymakers and elected officials regularly scan the letters section of their local paper to find out what their constituents are feeling.
Address Your Letter Properly. Many editors like to call and confirm that a letter to be published is written by the person whose name is attached. Be sure to include your name, address, and daytime phone number.
Read more and find a list of Tennessee publications by clicking here.
Note: Information adapted from mainewomen.org.
Action Alerts
Click here to be added to our e-communication listing. This is the best way to stay up to date with SOCM's legislative news.
