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Capitol Hill Basics

We know that while reaching out to your Congressional Representatives is essential, it's often a very daunting task.

That is why we have assembled the following communication tips and Public Affairs resources to:

  • Better prepare you for your meetings on Capitol Hill and back home
  • Educate you about the legislative process, travel-related politics and pressing travel-related issues 
  • Guide you on proper communication methods and strategies

Explore the links below for more information:



Communication Tips
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Suggestions on writing, phoning and e-mailing Members of Congress.

Visiting Capitol Hill -
Tips on visiting your lawmakers or their staff.

The Legislative Process -
A brief description of the legislative process.

Important Note: As, the federal government now uses special security procedures to process postal and courier mail to Congressional offices and federal agencies, your delivery mail may be delayed up to an additional six weeks. We recommend contacting government officials in Congress and the Administration through phone, fax, or E-mail to ensure the prompt delivery of your message.
Travel Promotion Act of 2007

TIA, TBR and other travel organizations are all working aggressively to pass the Travel Promotion Act legislation during this session of Congress.  This legislation will create a national-level strategic communications effort to clarify U.S. visa and entry policies, and to promote the U.S. as the premier visitor destination in the world.  For more details, click here.