We need YOUR HELP to make this bill as strong as possible. Here are three things you can do:
(1) Email your state rep the attached list of requested votes. The list includes “YES” votes on amendments that would help make our justice system more fair and effective, and critically important “NO” votes. The list itself is simple, to make it easy for state reps to use. Click here for the list: H 4011 Requested Votes
Check whether your state rep sponsored any of the positive amendments. If so, thank them for that. (You can look up your state rep at https://malegislature.gov/Search/FindMyLegislator .)
Use a subject line like “Vote requests for H.4011 & amendments.” The body of the email can be short and sweet:
Dear Representative XXX,
I am excited by the current opportunity for comprehensive criminal justice reform in Massachusetts. [Thank you especially for your leadership on YYY.]
I hope you will help make our justice system more fair and effective by voting on amendments to H.4011 as requested in the attached document.
Most importantly, I hope H.4011 will pass with a resounding majority.
Thank you!
(2) Attend any part of the House debate. The House will likely start to debate this bill at around 1 p.m on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (Nov. 13-15).
Thank you for anything you can do!
Activists [like YOU] have created the momentum for this exciting opportunity for several years. PLEASE email your rep the list of amendments RIGHT NOW.