Make Your Voice Heard

Use these professionally crafted call scripts to effectively communicate your concerns about important legislation. Each script is designed to be clear, respectful, and impactful.

Action Needed: HR 1 - The "One Big Beautiful Bill Act"

This massive reconciliation bill contains concerning provisions including mandated timber harvests on public lands, healthcare funding restrictions, federal employee protections rollbacks, and environmental program cuts. Review the scripts below to voice your opposition on specific provisions.

Protect Public Lands

Oppose mandated timber harvests on federal lands

Issue: HR 1 Sections 80308-80309 mandate 25% increased timber harvests on National Forest and BLM lands, and require 20+ year logging contracts, potentially compromising forest health and conservation.

"Hello, I'm calling to urge [Senator/Representative Name] to oppose HR 1, specifically Sections 80308 and 80309 that mandate increased timber harvests on our public lands..."

Environmental Programs

Oppose cuts to climate and conservation funding

Issue: HR 1 Section 41001 rescinds billions in Inflation Reduction Act funding for clean energy, forest conservation, and NOAA climate programs, undermining climate action efforts.

"I'm calling to express my strong opposition to HR 1's Section 41001 that would eliminate billions in climate and conservation funding from the Inflation Reduction Act..."

Federal Employee Rights

Oppose at-will employment for federal workers

Issue: HR 1 Section 90002 creates "at-will" employment option for federal employees, allowing termination "for good cause, bad cause, or no cause at all," undermining civil service protections.

"I'm concerned about HR 1's Section 90002 that would eliminate job protections for federal employees and create at-will employment in government..."

Healthcare Provisions

Oppose restrictions on Medicaid and CHIP funding

Issue: HR 1 Sections 44110 and 44125 restrict Medicaid/CHIP funding for individuals without verified citizenship and prohibit funding for certain medical procedures, limiting healthcare access.

"I'm calling to oppose the healthcare-related provisions in HR 1, specifically Sections 44110 and 44125 that would restrict healthcare funding and access..."

Effective Calling Tips

Best Times to Call

Call between 9 AM and 5 PM on weekdays. Tuesday-Thursday are typically the most effective days.

Identify Yourself

Always state that you're a constituent from their district/state. This gives your call more weight.

Be Clear & Concise

State your position clearly. Ask them to vote against HR 1 and explain which specific provision concerns you most.

Stay Respectful

Remain courteous and professional. Staff are more likely to accurately record respectful messages.