Legislative Advocacy
/ˌlɛdʒɪˈsleɪtɪv ˈædvəkəsi/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of formally supporting or influencing legislative bodies to enact, amend, or reject laws.
The nonprofit engaged in legislative advocacy to promote environmental protection laws.
- (n.) The practice or process of lobbying legislators on behalf of a particular interest or cause.
Effective legislative advocacy often requires building strong relationships with lawmakers.
Forms
- legislative advocacy
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Commentary
Legislative advocacy is distinct from general advocacy as it specifically targets the legislative process; drafts should clarify the scope and methods of such advocacy in context.
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