Speak up! And Reach Out to Your Senators

Written By Andi Banez

Friends,

We’re at a critical moment.

There’s growing political pressure that could undermine or eliminate the Investment Tax Credit (ITC)—one of the most important tools we have in the industry.

The letter we’ve created together to urge elected officials to preserve the ITC is now ready for sending and we need your help to make sure that message is heard by those with the power to protect it.

This guide will walk you through how to contact your U.S. Senators. Whether you make a phone call, send an email, or forward to a publisher your voice can help shape national energy policy at a time when momentum truly matters.

The stakes are high, but the path is simple: Reach out. Speak up. Share your story.

Thank you for taking action with us.

With urgency and hope,

Members of the American Energy Independence Coalition

📝 Step 1: Identify & Get Contact Info for Your Senators

Use these reliable sources:

Your message can go through:

  1. Web form/email via their official website

  2. Phone call via the Capitol switchboard (202‑224‑3121) or direct D.C. lines

📞 Step 2: Choose Your Channel & Approach

Phone:

  • Highly effective—calls are logged and noted by staff

  • Use apps like 5 Calls for numbers and suggested scripts .

Email/Web Form:

  • Quick and easy, but less visible than calls. Still valuable as written record.

Through Publications:

  • More visible and can activate more people

  • The more credible the publication the more effective it is

Tip: Use multiple channels (e.g., call + email) when possible—the more contacts, the greater visibility.

🧩 Step 3: Customize the Introduction Letter & Add Your Voice

Template Guide:

  1. Introduction

    Dear Senator [Last Name],

    I’m [Name], a constituent and member of [Your Group Name], based in [City, State]. We’re writing to urge you to vote to preserve and extend the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for solar, wind, and battery systems.

  2. Why It Matters

    • The ITC has helped reduce energy costs and drive clean energy adoption.

    • Over [insert your group’s local data or story], our community has benefited from [jobs, savings, emissions reductions, etc.].

  3. The Ask

    Please speak out in debate, vote YES on amendment [Bill/Amendment # if known], and publicly support the ITC’s continuation through the National Energy Dominance Council.

  4. Personal Touch

    Share a short anecdote:

    “As a homeowner in [City], I saved $X after installing solar thanks to the ITC,” or “Our organization employs Y local workers because of investments enabled by the ITC.”

  5. Closing

    Thank you for representing our interests and ensuring America remains a leader in clean energy.

    Sincerely,
    Name
    Position, Organization
    Address, Email, Phone

  6. Attachments

    Don’t forget to include your letter.

📣 Step 4: Coaching for Calls & Emails

Phone Script:

“Hi, I’m [Name] from [City, State], and a constituent. I’m calling to urge Senator [Last Name] to support preserving the Investment Tax Credit in the current energy legislation. This ensures continued growth of clean energy here, creates jobs, and keeps costs down. Thank you for sharing my message.”

Email/Web Messaging Tips:

  • Use a clear subject line, e.g., “Preserve the ITC – Support Solar & Clean Energy in [State]”

  • Keep it concise (3–5 short paragraphs).

  • Always include your full contact details—senators respond to constituents.

  • Attach your drafted letter as a PDF.

✔️ Step 5: Follow Up & Amplify

  • Thank any Senator who supports the ITC via a personal email or letter.

  • Update your supporters or post on social media.

  • Engage media: issue op-eds or letters to the editor citing your community outreach efforts.


If you

Andi Banez
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The Case for Preserving the ITC