Christian Action Commission

Voice Your Values

Tips For Communicating To Elected Officials

You are often asked to participate in this democratic process by contacting your state and federal officials and expressing your opinion on legislative issues. Here are a few suggestions to consider before addressing a bill or issue with your legislators:

Before contacting your legislator, pray that you will be able to communicate your message in the right spirit so that it will be well received.

Determine the voting districts you live in and Identify Your Elected Officials.

The person who answers the legislator’s phone is often an office assistant or staff member. Treat them with respect.

When speaking to an official, be kind, courteous and remember to say, “Thank you” for their time.

When you contact them on tough issues, share your feelings and give a reasonable explanation for your conviction.

Know the subject matter, the number of the bill, if applicable, and be able to state your position in two to three minutes.

A good rule of thumb is “one contact – one issue.”

The section below, Identify Your Elected Officials, will help you find out who your elected officials are. Then, determine the most effective form of communication by asking someone in their office. Some do not utilize e-mail, but they ALL talk on the phone, read letters, and visit with their constituents---thus the three best ways to contact them.

Identify Your Elected Officials

Local Elected Officials
To determine who your local elected officials are, go here and enter your 5-digit zip code and select GO.

State AND Federal Representatives and Senators
To determine who your State AND Federal Legislators are, go here and enter your 5-digit zip code and select GO.

NOTE: You may next be asked to enter your full 9-digit zip code or home address if your zip code has more than one Senator or Representative. If you know your full 9-digit zip code enter it and select GO. If not you can either enter your home address then select GO, or go to the US Postal Service site enter your address and it will give your 9-digit zip code. Enter it and proceed.

You can also contact your County Circuit Clerk whose office is responsible for administering this information. Give your name and street address and the Circuit Clerk will be able to assist you. You can find their number by going to Local Elected Officials and entering your zip code.

Contact Your Mississippi Elected Officials

Local Elected Officials
State Elected Officials
State Elected Representatives and Senators (Official Site)
State Elected Representatives and Senators (Voting Records, etc.)

Mississippi Legislation

Legislative Bill Status
Looking to stay informed on the status of Mississippi legislation? The State of Mississippi has a great website designed for this purpose. Click here to search proposed legislation and find out where bills are in the legal process.

Live Webcasts of House and Senate Sessions
Want to watch the Mississippi Legislature in action when in session? Now it’s possible with the State’s new webcast technology. Just click here and you’re on your way.

Voter Registration
Have you recently moved from another state or to another area within Mississippi and need to register to vote? No worries. Just click here and in three easy steps you can complete, print, and mail voter registration form!

Contact Your United States Elected Officials

President of the United States
Federal Elected Representatives and Senators (Official Site)
Federal Elected Representatives and Senators (Voting Records, etc.)