Rumors of a Special Legislative Session
Rumors are circulating about a special legislative session to be convened before Thanksgiving to address a portion of the State’s projected $2 billion shortfall in the current fiscal year. Fixes are needed to continue agency operations that were impacted by the Governor’s vetoes in September.
"Understanding Your State Legislature" Workshops
You are invited to a FREE workshop designed to help demystify the legislative process for Phoenix residents. Choose one of two workshops that are being offered this fall before the Thanksgiving holiday.
Tuesday, November 17
5:30 - 7p.m.
Pecos Community Center
17010 S. 48th Street Thursday, November 19
5:30 - 7p.m
Maryvale Community Center
4420 N. 51st Ave.
Each workshop will present an overview of the legislative process and how to get involved in decisions being made at the State Legislature, as well as tips on effective lobbying techniques and how to use technology to track legislation. In addition, two state lawmakers have been invited to attend to offer advice on how to effectively communicate with your legislator and how the decisions they make impact your neighborhood.
Nov. 15 is the first day that prefiled bills can be "dropped." Both workshops present a good opportunity to learn more about this process from our guest legislators. Other topics to be covered at these events include:
How a bill becomes law in Arizona
How to follow bills and contact your representatives!
How to sign on and use the Phoenix Legislative Action Network (P.L.A.N.)
How to identify your state legislators and other elected officials using the P.L.A.N.
And more!
This free event is sponsored by the Phoenix Government Relations Office to encourage public involvement from neighborhood groups and residents in debating and developing public policy. We hope to see you there!
Source: P.L.A.N.
Register online now or call 602-262-1833 to reserve space for one of these free events. Seating is limited.
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