PACD Legislative Program

NOVEMBER

During election years, November 30th marks the end of the two year legislative session. Anything that does not pass dies and the legislative process starts again in January. November is a final push to finalize legislative issues. On off election years, the legislature will most likely not have this final push until December. November is the month to determine your local "Legislator of the Year."

Suggested District Action: Personal calls during end of legislative term

A legislative letter and phone call are appropriate at this time outlining legislative initiatives and focusing on legislation that still is under consideration in the PA General Assembly. It is recommended that district staff and board members call the legislator's home office during November. Districts may also consider choosing a recipient of the Legislator Recognition Award to be presented in December and sent on to the PACD office for consideration of a statewide "Legislator of the Year." A nomination form for this award is posted on the PACD website. If you are planning on holding a local fall legislative event for the next year, now is the time to determine what counties will be participating with you. Contact those counties you wish to work with and get commitments from them. Determine your budget for the event.

PACD Action: PACD provides information on legislation that the General Assembly is considering in the last days of the session. We also provide a model press release on wrap-up legislative activity.

Press Release:

http://www.pacd.org/about/legactivities/program/PRwrapupsession.doc
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This press release thanks the General Assembly for the number of bills passed and other events that were held assisting conservation districts over the two year legislative session.