Know Your Legislators

Members of the Congress of the United States and the Montana Legislature are your elected representatives. Their function is to enact laws based on the will of the majority.

However, your elected representatives can represent you ONLY to the extent that they are aware of your wishes. It's your job to inform your representatives in Congress and in the Legislature as to how you stand on issues.

Don't hesitate to phone, fax, or write them at any time.

From time to time, the Montana Health Care Association will contact you regarding pending legislation affecting the long term care industry and request that you phone, fax or write your representatives.

When you are asked to contact members of Congress or members of the Legislature, please do so immedately! Remember, your representatives in Washington and Helena need to hear from you and want to hear from you on key issues with which you are concerned. Your phone call, fax or letter can help them to decide how they will vote.

There is still another way in which you can participate effectively in legislative action to the benefit of you, your facility and the health care industry; this is through personal contact with members of the Congress and members of the Legislature from your area. Get to know the U.S. Senators, the U.S. Congressmen, the State Senators and State Representatives who are elected to represent you.

The men and women who represent you in Washington and Montana are writing legislation which may have far-reaching effects on health care services. This legislation can have direct effects on you and your practice. Unfortunately, many legislators are not aware of the kinds of services long term care facilities are qualified to provide.

You--yes YOU--can change that. You can do so by getting to know your lawmakers and inviting them to meet with you.

Get involved!
Keep informed!
Be active!

Our nation needs involved, informed, active citizens as much or more than ever before.

BE ONE!