Introduction

The purpose of the MSBA Grassroots Action Network is to inform MSBA members about legislative issues so that they can in turn influence their legislators and other policymakers.

In order to make important legislative decisions, elected officials need advice on legislation from informed constituents – you! Thus, your position in the legal field makes you uniquely qualified to offer your expertise on a wide range of issues affecting the law and the community.

MSBA members who are willing to participate are encouraged to sign up to become MSBA Grassroots Action Network Delegates. As a Delegate, you are able to educate lawmakers on issues impacting the Minnesota justice system and the legal profession while adding vital support to the MSBA lobbying efforts.

Grassroots Delegates and Advocacy

Being a Delegate means that you are willing to write and/or call your state senator or representative when an important issue affecting the legal community arises in Minnesota. When you sign up as a MSBA Delegate, you understand the important role you play in the legislative process.

Here are the efforts that will make you a successful and effective Delegate:

• Contact your state representative or state senator when requested on MSBA legislative priority issues.
• Forward to MSBA staff a copy of your legislative communication.
• Tell your legal colleagues about the MSBA Grassroots Action Network program and encourage them to sign up as a Delegate.
• Periodically check the Grassroots Events calendar for news on upcoming meetings and attend scheduled MSBA meetings with your legislator throughout the state.
• Invite your legislator to speak at your organization’s events (i.e. luncheons, dinners, CLE's).
• Make sure you are registered to vote.
  

Be a MSBA Grassroots Delegate!

Click here to sign up as a Delegate and assist the legislative efforts of the MSBA.

- Last Updated 10/11/2005 -