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Call or email members of the House Education Committee before Wednesday, March 11 at 2:00pm. 

  • Email subject line:  "Please support SB 1461 (dyslexia/reading)"
  • Please send individual emails (that is, do not send a single, group email addressed to all members of the committee; group emails are often deleted automatically)
  • See additional suggestions for what to say and write below

1. Reginald Bolding
Email: RBolding@azleg.gov
Phone: (602) 926-3132

2. Paul Boyer (Chairman)
Email: PBoyer@azleg.gov
Phone: (602) 926-4173

3. Doug Coleman
Email: DColeman@azleg.gov
Phone: (602) 926-3160

4. Jay Lawrence (Vice Chairman)
Email: JLawrence@azleg.gov
Phone: (602) 926-3095

5. Jill Norgaard
Email: JNorgaard@azleg.gov
Phone: (602) 926-3140

6. Lisa Otondo
Email: LOtondo@azleg.gov
Phone: (602) 926-3002

7.  Bob Thorpe
Email: BThorpe@azleg.gov
Phone: (602) 926-5219

Sample telephone script:

"Hello, this is XXXX.  I am calling today because I support SB 1461, the dyslexia and reading bill introduced by Senator Kelli Ward.  Helping struggling readers and those with dyslexia is an important issue and impacts my family because _______ (add your personal reasons.) This bill will help support both teachers and students in Arizona.  I would like to ask for your office to support this bill. Thank you for your time and service."

Sample email:

Dear Representative______________:  

I am reaching out today because I support SB 1461 introduced by Senator Kelli Ward.  

Helping struggling readers and those with dyslexia is an important issue and impacts my family because_____ (write at least a few sentences to personalize your letter).

This bill will help support both teachers and students with dyslexia in Arizona.  I would like to ask you to please support this bill.  

Thank you for your time and service. 

Sincerely, 
(Your Name) 
(Your Address) 
(Your City), AZ (Your Zip Code)

Important tips:
  • Please be courteous and respectful.
  • Remember that these are public servants who are trying to help
  • Express gratitude/thanks