2. Definition
Judicial and Administrative lawmaking not
discussed
Lobbying techniques, methods and strategies
The first step: Organize a plan
When to lobby
A lobbying effort doesn’t have to be
expensive, but it does take lots of time
3. Obtain a bill drafting manual
Research the subject
Prepare a rough draft for discussion
Get a professional opinion
Talk to local legislators
Approval for form and style
4. Don’t just get a sponsor – get the right one(s)
Do some investigation to identify likely
sponsors
How to get information
How to use this information
Intangible considerations
Number of Sponsors
Ask the legislator personally
5. The importance of understanding
parliamentary procedures
Step 1: Introduction
Step 2: Referral to Committee
Step 3: Scheduling Committee hearings
Step 4: Committee hearings
6. Step 5: Committee action
Step 6: Committee reports
Step 7: Second reading and final passage
The battle isn’t over yet.
8. Engrossment
Motion for reconsideration
Clincher motion
Recalling from committee
Refusal to return a measure
9. Don’t rely on testimony alone
The KISS formula
Keep the sponsor informed
Don’t get involved in mudslinging
Avoid controversy
Stick to the facts
Form coalitions
Conduct briefing sessions
10. Communicate the importance of
appropriated appearance
Meet with legislators
Always get a commitment for support
11. Informal hearings
Order of testimony
Organize the presentation
Introduce yourself immediately
Always address the chairman
Summarize testimony in writing
Make testimony interesting
Things no to do
12. Using the facts
Poisoning the well
Feigning friendship
Flyspecking
Asking loaded questions
Waving the red flag
Predicting the end of the world as we know it
13. Killingwith kindness
Adding an appropriations clause
Bring in the big fiscal note
Packing the stands
Fuss and bluster
Glittering generalities
Transfer
Testimonial
14. Plain folks
Mythical solutions
Threaten a Big Mac attack
15. Who must register
Registration with secretary of state
Information and fee required
Written authorization
Annual reports
Regulation by secretary of State
Invitations and gifts to legislators
Unlawful means to influence legislators
16. Isit necessary to hire a lobbyist?
What is a lobbyist?
What does a lobbyist do?
What are different kinds of lobbyists?
Hiring a Lobbyist?
Why can lobbying be so expensive?
What makes a lobbyist effective?
What are the intangibles?
The lobbying team
17. Communicate with the members
Newsletters
Telephone networks
Acquiring and using a data base
Directing
letter-writing and telephone
campaigns
18. Everything gets 15 minutes in the spotlight
Develop a media plan
Appoint a media spokesperson
Write good news releases
Newsworthiness vs. free publicity
News events
Letters to the editor
Call-in shows
20. Powers reserved to the people
Basic steps for petitioning
The election campaign
21. Be a good citizen
Vote early and vote often
Know your legislators
Communicate with your legislators
Do’sand don’ts about writing or calling a
legislator
22. Be informed
Express gratitude when it is due
Treat everyone with dignity and respect
Get involved
Ethics
Conclusion