LWVNM Advocacy Workshop 2022
Prepare for the 2022 Legislative Session
The League of Women Voters of New
Mexico Presents
Effective Citizen Advocacy at the Legislature
Special Focus on the Budget and Taxes
Saturday, January 8, 2022, 10 a.m. to Noon*
Webinar on Zoom – Register here
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81453530596?pwd=QldFTWpXemYzUFJOaGRheWhtd085UT09
The public
is invited
Learn tips from legislators and an experienced lobbyist about how to interact
with legislators, speak at hearings, and advocate for your cause.
Speakers:
Senator Gay Kernan (R-Hobbs) – Ranking
member – Tax, Business & Transportation
Representative Susan Herrera
(D-Embudo) – Invited Member House Appropriations & Finance
How to Find a Legislator:
DOCX
PDF
Note: This is training on the legislative process.
Questions about positions on specific issues will not be permitted.
Questions? Email act@lwvnm.org
Linda Siegle – Long time
lobbyist
Linda Siegle focuses on lobbying the legislature for non-profits and on strategic planning. She is a member of the Santa Fe Community College board, a former member of the Santa Fe County Health Policy and Planning Commission and has chaired various NM councils and committees.
Documents for the Workshop
Tips for Testifying Effectively:
DOC
PDF
Using New Mexico's Legislative Website:
DOC
PDF
Senator Peter Wirth's "Top 10" Tips for Citizen Advocacy:
DOC
PDF
Admittance to the Capitol:
PDF