TMA encourages members and interested parties to call their state Representative or Senator to share recommendations and stay current on a specific issue of concern.

Both the Minnesota House and Senate have free publications. The Senate publication, Senate Briefly, is available by calling Senate information at (651) 296-0504. To get on the mailing list for the House publication, Session Weekly, call House information at (651) 296-2146 or toll-free (800) 657-3550.

For up-to-date information on the status of a bill as it is moving through the legislative process, call:

* House index at (651) 296-6646
* Senate index at (651) 296-2887

If you need committee hearing information:

* House Calls at (651) 296-9283
* Senate Hotline at (651) 296-8088

The Legislative Reference Library is also helpful in providing background information on an issue or the legislative history of the law. The library phone number is (651) 296-3398.