- Conservation districts are directly affected by actions of federal, state and local legislators.
- Sometimes there is a need for new legislation to handle a natural resource issue or concerns over funding for District and natural resource programs.
- Elected officials react to what they read, hear and especially to individuals they speak with.
- It is necessary to take action to educate, inform and persuade elected officials.
4 Musts to an effective legislative program….
1) Building the relationships
2) Know the legislative process
3) Know your issues
4) Follow through after the legislative process
