Whenever the Legislature is in session, important matters related to OPEA members and state employees are debated. And while OPEA will be at the state Capitol fighting for your interests, the best way to get the attention of an elected official is to hear from you directly.
Keep up with OPEA via social media! You can go to Facebook.com/OklaPEA or Twitter.com/OklaPEA and you’ll receive all of our news updates throughout session.
If you’ve got a question or concern about anything at all, you can email OPEA or give us a call at (405) 524-6764.Call and e-mail your legislators! After you get informed through our social media platforms, call your representative or senator and let them know how you feel about what’s going on. Trust us; it won’t take many calls to an office to re-arrange their priorities for the day! If you don’t know who your legislator is call or e-mail us and we’ll look it up for you.
Did you know you can keep tabs on your state legislature through your own computer? Check out OKLegislature.gov to find audio and video of your state house and state senate members.
The days of a state legislator are very busy. Sometimes, calls and emails will prove unfruitful. If that’s the case, consider going to the Capitol, either on your own or in a group. You can go to the front of either chamber, send a note to the floor and your representative or senator should come out! Yes, really. Believe it or not, the most productive time to catch an official is when the House or Senate is in session.
If you are able to make contact with your elected official, please be courteous and polite! Being adversarial will get you (and us) nowhere. If you are able to have a conversation, stay calm, cool and collected. Know what you’re talking about and have the facts ready to support your position. The more state lawmakers know about state government and what it is that state employees do the better. You can help us all simply by getting to know your legislator and educating them about your job.
It really is that easy. And you can do it on your own time and own pace, as well. Take time to get involved and be a part of the process. Make your voice heard!
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OAEC Oklahoma Legislative Guide
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