Legislative Strategy

Learn how CCL interacts with members of Congress to develop legislative strategy around climate, and gain an understanding of congressional processes, which can help you work more effectively with your member of Congress.

 

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CCL also offers live training sessions on a variety of topics every week. View Events Calendar for a full list

CCL’s Policy Agenda

  All Levels This training appropriate for volunteers of any skill level.
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  Interactive Training content presented in a more interactive format with integrated images, audio, video and learner-centric activities.

This training explores how Citizens’ Climate advocates for an array of policies, including carbon pricing, that are effective in reducing net emissions and building bridges both in Congress and in our communities.

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How To Work With Existing Cosponsors

  Intermediate This training is created for volunteers who already have a grasp of the basics and are looking to deepen their understanding on a more focused topic.
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  Traditional Training content presented in a tab format with more straightforward access to text, webinar, and audio recordings.

So, your member of Congress is a sponsor on the Energy Innovation Act?! Hooray! But now what? This training provides guidance for maintaining and building your relationship with your member of Congress.

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Policy Evaluation Process

  Beginner This training is intended for volunteers who are seeking a basic understanding of this topic.
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To decide what specific policy ideas or pieces of legislation to support, Citizens’ Climate staff uses a set of guiding criteria, outlined below. These criteria are informed by our organizational values, which are woven throughout.

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