Meet Bee Moorehead - Talking About TX Legislative Process
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The 2013 Texas legislative session is right around the corner, and Austin lobbyists are shifting into high gear. Unfortunately, too many Texans mistakenly believe that the Capitol is open only to insiders, and that their role in public policy ended when they cast their ballot.
In fact, every Texan has a right—and a responsibility—to participate in the public policy discussions that go on at the Capitol. Your stories and your perspectives are vital ingredients in the legislative process. Is there a law that needs to be changed? Only you can tell your representative how that law impacts you and your community. Do you have an idea to make conditions better for people you know? If you don’t speak up, your idea won’t be considered.
The best part is, engaging in the legislative process does not need to be scary, time-consuming, or expensive. On this week’s show, Texas Impact’s Bee Moorhead will share her “Five Principals of Citizen Lobbying.” You’ll gain the confidence you need to sp