In New Mexico, House Bill 9 passed in the House last week. Now, it is going to the Senate where it has narrowly failed in previous years. Passage would go a long way to giving gays and lesbians the same legal protections as marriage via so-called domestic partnership rights. I encourage all New Mexicans to contact their state senators to voice their support for the measure.
Look up your senator here. Alternatively, you can contact the Capital Hill switchboard at 505-986-4300. To see how your House member voted last week, and how your senator voted last year, follow this link.
If you want to send an e-mail, it might look something like this:
Dear Senator Doe:Don't delay. Please make your voice heard now!
I am a voter and a constituent of yours. I am writing to urge you to support the Domestic Partner Rights and Responsibilities Act. This legislation will provide basic legal protections that thousands of New Mexican families desperately need. I will be closely watching how you vote and I hope that you will vote for fair-mindedness and equality. Thank you!
John Q. Public
Albuquerque, New Mexico
29 January 2009
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