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This is Ohio — the bellwether state. When Ohioans speak, the nation often listens. Calling your legislator is one of the fastest ways to make sure your voice is part of the conversation. Pick up the phone, share your position clearly, and let your representatives know what matters to the people they serve.
📋 Before You Call
⏱ Good news: most legislative calls take less than one minute.
Have these ready before dialing:
• The bill number
• Your position (support or oppose)
• One clear reason why it matters to you
• Your name and city
- Find your Ohio House and Senate representatives.
- Call their office during business hours.
- Clearly state the bill number and your position.
- Ask them to support or oppose the legislation.
SAMPLE PHONE SCRIPT
Hello, my name is [Your Name] and I live in [City], Ohio.
I’m calling to ask Representative/Senator [Name] to [support/oppose] [Bill Number].
This issue matters to me because [brief reason].
Thank you for your time and for serving our community.
Why Calling Your Legislator Matters
Phone calls are one of the most effective ways citizens can communicate directly with their elected officials. Legislative offices track constituent calls and often report the number of calls they receive on important bills.
When residents speak up, lawmakers pay attention.
Even a small number of calls can help elevate an issue and ensure that community voices are heard in the legislative process.
📺 Do Legislators Actually Listen to Constituents? Let’s Tune in and Find Out!
Why this matters
Many people wonder whether contacting their elected officials actually makes a difference. In this short video, a legislator explains how constituent calls, emails, and letters are tracked and how they help offices understand what issues matter most to the public.
👉 The short answer: yes — they are listening.
💡 HFO’s Civic Takeaway
Legislative offices track calls, emails, and letters from constituents. Even if you receive a form response, your message is still recorded and contributes to the broader picture lawmakers see about public opinion.
📣 More Ways to Participate
There are several ways Ohio residents can make their voices heard.
📝 Submit testimony to the Ohio Legislature
☎ Contact your committee chair
📚 Learn how a bill becomes law
➡ Ready? Here’s how to make the call. Click Civic Tool Kit Below to Find Out More!
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💡 Lady Humanity Civic Tip: democracy isn’t a spectator sport. Ohio is a bellwether state, and when Ohioans speak up, lawmakers listen. Use the buttons below to confidently call your legislator and make your voice part of the record.