The legislative process can be confusing and overwhelming. This section is designed to break the information you need to know into manageable pieces that will help you get more involved. Class is in session!

Before you begin, it is essential that you know your elected officials. If you do not know this information, go to http://www.votesmart.org/ and type in your zip code. You can also contact the Legislative Council at 303.866.3521.

For more information about the Colorado General Assembly visit: http://www.leg.state.co.us/

The General Assembly
The Colorado General Assembly is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives. In this section, you can learn more about districts, term limits and sessions, as well as who is a part of the 2010 General Assembly.

The Legislative Process
The simple version: Legislators introduce bills. Bills are used to create new laws, amend existing laws, or repeal laws. In this section, you can learn more about the different kinds of bills and how they move through the legislative process.

How to Testify in front of a Legislative Committee
Legislators like to hear from their constituents. Citizens may contact any legislator in person, by telephone, email, or mail to make their opinions known on proposed legislation. In this section, you can learn more about how to testify to your Legislators and become more actively involved in the legislative process.

How to Communicate by Mail to a Senator or Representative
It is not always convenient or possible to attend a hearing in person, but you can still make your voice heard by contacting your elected officials. In this section, you can learn exactly how to create and format a letter to your Senator or Representative.