Get Involved!
Find out who your representatives are and what they stand for, read the newspaper, volunteer in your community, be aware of issues and how they affect you; realize that you can initiate change and remember that every vote counts. Your vote and your voice can always make a difference!
By Web
The Virginia General Assembly website, which you are currently on, contains a wealth of information. To learn who represents your district, visit our Who's My Legislator site. For additional information on the members, visit the House of Delegates and the Senate of Virginia membership pages.
By Phone
To contact your legislator, please visit the House of Delegates or Senate of Virginia membership page. To learn who represents your district, visit our Who's My Legislator site.
By Mail
During the General Assembly session, Delegates and Senators can be reached at their offices in the General Assembly Building in Richmond. When the General Assembly is not in session, Delegates and Senators can be reached at their district offices.
Below is a sample letter that may be used to share your opinion with your legislators.
Mrs. Terry Smith
100 Main Street
Anytown, VA 23222
January 1, 2002
Dear Senator or Mr. or Mrs. (for Delegate)____________:
I am writing to you because I am concerned about ____________ (issue you would like to talk about). I think____________.
Please vote for/against this measure when it comes before the Senate/House because ____________.
Sincerely,
Terry
Mrs. Terry Smith
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Address the envelope to "The Honorable John Senator/Delegate"
Mrs. Terry Smith
100 Main Street
Anytown, VA 23222
The Honorable (Delegate/Senator's First and Last Name)
910 Capitol Square
Richmond, Virginia 23219
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