Members of Congress get countless emails and phone calls about the topics that matter to their constituents. One other important way that drone users can really stand out and make an impact is to request a meeting, in person or virtually, with their members of Congress. This is a great way to have a personal conversation with your members or their staff and express your views on drone legislation that matters to you.
While meetings like this may be intimidating for some, please know that you DO NOT have to be a professional lobbyist to do this, in fact, quite the opposite. This is your opportunity to bypass the DC lobbyists and ensure your message is heard loud and clear.
It is also important to note that you don’t have to be a drone expert to do a meeting like this. You simply need to be able to share your story with drones. Sharing why you use the drones you use and how you, your family, your business, public safety, etc. would be impacted if you could no longer use your drones is an easy way to kick off the conversation.
Whether you meet with the lawmaker or their staff, whether virtual or in person, meetings at this time can make a BIG impact on federal drone policy. On this page, we’ve provided some talking points on issues you may want to focus on, but this is your meeting. Your story with drones will be far more impactful than any talking points we can provide. We’ve also provided a few tips on how to ensure your meeting is successful.
