Kootenai County Dems

Frequently Asked Questions


How Do I Contact..?

President Barack and First Lady Michelle Obama
Idaho State Governor - Butch Otter
US Congressional Delegation for Idaho
Idaho State Legislators


How to contact U.S. Senators and House Representatives?

US Senate
US House of Representatives

You can contact your senators or representatives by writing an e-mail or a letter, by calling, or by visiting. All questions and comments regarding public policy issues, legislation, or requests for personal assistance should be directed to the senators or representatives from your state. Please be aware that as a matter of professional courtesy, many senators and representatives will acknowledge, but not respond to, a message from constituents outside there own state or district.

E-Mail

When sending e-mail to your senator or representative, please include your return postal mailing address. 

Postal Mail

Please include your return postal mailing address in your correspondence.

When corresponding with a Senator, please use the following guidelines:

Inside Address
The Honorable (First and Last Name)
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510

Salutation
Dear Senator (Last Name),

For correspondence to a Senate committee or to a Senate committee chair:

(Name of Committee)
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510

or

The Honorable (First and Last Name)
Chairman, Committee on (Name of Committee)
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510

When corresponding with a Representative, please use the following guidelines:

Inside Address
The Honorable (First and Last Name)
United States House of Representatives
Washington, D.C. 20510


Salutation
Dear Congressman, or Congresswoman (Last Name),

For correspondence to a House committee or to a House committee chair:

(Name of Committee)
United States House of Representatives
Washington, D.C. 20510

or

The Honorable (Name)
Chairman, Committee on (Name)
United States House of Representatives
Washington, D.C. 20510

Telephone


You may phone the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121. A switchboard operator will connect you directly with the Senate or House office you request.

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How Can I Research A Particular Piece of Legislation?

The Library of Congress maintains a site called Thomas.  This site, named in honor of Thomas Jefferson, was created to make federal legislative information freely available to the public. From there, you can also view The Congressional Record, which is the official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress.

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How Can I Help President Obama?

Contact your congressional representatives and tell them you Support The President's Agenda for Change.

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Where Do I Find Answers Regarding Voting In Kootenai County?

The Kootenai County Democrat Headquarters is equipped to assist you with voter registration or absentee voting requests during normal business hours. Otherwise, your questions can be addressed at the Kootenai County Elections website.  Here are some specific links to help you narrow your search.

Kootenai County Elections Office
Voter Registration and Absentee/Vote By Mail Requirements
Sample Ballots
Absentee Ballot Request
Voter Information (Precinct Lists, Polling Places, Voter Maps, Address Look Up)

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How Do I Know If I Am Registered To Vote In Kootenai County?

You can verify your status at IdahoVotes or by calling the Kootenai County Elections Office at (208) 446-1030.

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