Here are important stages and how you can best take action:

1. Bill Drafting & Introduction (Best time to act!)

• Why it matters: Lawmakers are still shaping the language and testing support.

• What you can do:

  • Contact your legislator with your concerns or support

  • Suggest amendments or point out issues

  • Organize community awareness before it’s public news

2. Committee Hearings

• Why it matters: Most bills die or are changed in committee.

• What you can do:

  • Submit public comment or testify in person or in writing

  • Encourage others to contact committee members

  • Share facts on social media before a vote is taken

3. Floor Votes (House or Senate)

• Why it matters: Decisions are imminent.

• What you can do:

  • Contact your rep and ask them to vote yes/no

  • Remind them you are watching and will follow their vote

  • Use mass awareness (emails, calls, social media)

4. Governor’s Desk / Final Approval

• Why it matters: It’s your last chance before it becomes law.

• What you can do:

  • Urge the governor to veto or sign

  • Rally others to make a final push

  • Prepare for legal or civic response if passed