Contact Lawmakers

 

Your home has an elevation. Your voice has power 

If your home is just a few feet above sea level, rising waters are not abstract, they’re personal. 

It’s time to ask our leaders what they’re doing about it.

What do I do?

Find your representatives Look up your local, state, and federal elected officials — city commissioner, mayor, state legislator, member of Congress. Each one has a role in flood infrastructure, resilience funding, and climate policy.

FIND YOUR REPRESENTATIVES

What do I say?

pick up the phone:

Hello, my name is ___ and I live in ___ (city).

My home is approximately ___ feet above sea level, and scientists project up to 7 feet of sea level rise by the end of this century.

I’m calling to ask:

  • What is your office doing to address sea level rise?
  • How are we preparing our infrastructure and neighborhoods?
  • What policies are you supporting to reduce emissions?
  • How can residents like me be part of the solution?

I would appreciate a response outlining specific actions being taken.

Thank you.

send an email:

Subject: Sea Level Rise and Our Community’s Future

Dear [Title + Name],

I am a resident of [City/Zip Code]. My home sits approximately [X] feet above sea level. Scientists project up to 7 feet of sea level rise by 2100.

I am emailing to learn more about: 

  • What is your office doing to address sea level rise?
  • How are we preparing our infrastructure and neighborhoods?
  • What policies are you supporting to reduce emissions?
  • How can residents like me be part of the solution?

As your constituent, I would like to know how you are helping safeguard our future.

Sincerely,
[Name]
[Address]

You have power

You’re one message away from making an impact.

Lawmakers make decisions based on what they hear from constituents. If we want smarter planning for sea level rise and elevation, they need to hear from us clearly and consistently.

Real change happens when people speak up. Contacting your elected official sends a message that you care about protecting our homes, ecosystems, and future generations.

Be heard. Tell them what matters. Reach out today.