What is the proper form of address when I write my elected Representative? -- There are several correct forms of address for a Member of Congress including "The Honorable" and "Representative". The Write Your Representative service automatically places the salutation for the Member and this information does not need to be entered when using this service to contact your elected Representative.
How can I get a copy of the message I sent to my elected Representative? –- The Write Your Representative service does not allow for access to your message once the Send Your Message button has been selected. To keep a copy of the text for yourself, please follow these steps before processing your message through the Write Your Representative service:
- Type your letter in your favorite word processor.
- Perform a Select All then a Copy command (CTRL-C). This will save a copy of your text to the clipboard, essentially creating a temporary file.
NOTE: To keep a permanent copy of the message for your records you should also perform a Save.
- Proceed through the Write Your Representative service entering your State and Zip Code and click on Submit. After validation you will be presented with the Message Page containing a large text box.
- Click in the text box on the Message Page to locate your cursor and perform a Paste (CTRL-V) command. The text that you copied to your clipboard should then appear in the text box on the Message Page.
- Click the Send Your Message button to process your message.
Is it okay for my Company / Organization to link to the Write Your Representative Service? -- The Write Your Representative service is provided as a public resource for identifying and contacting a constituent's elected Representative. There is currently no restriction on a link being posted to the Write Your Representative Home Page at http://www.house.gov/writerep/ to facilitate constituents in expressing their concerns and issues to their Representative in Congress.