Senator John Doe At Your Service As your California State Senator, I work hard to provide you the highest quality of public service and to make a positive difference in the lives of your family and our community. My job is to create laws, respond to your questions and concerns, to make decisions fairly, and to put the publicŐs interest first. When you call me, my office will respond promptly, whether itŐs assistance with a state agency or government forms, or providing information on current or previous legislation. My office is here to serve you and your familyŐs needs, and can advise you on public service information and community resources available to you. This brochure outlines some of the services my district office can provide. If you need assistance or have a question, you can contact any of my offices listed above. I appreciate the opportunity you have given me to represent you in this community and in Sacramento. I look forward to working with you to better our neighborhoods, schools and businesses. If I can be of any assistance, please donŐt hesitate to call. Constituent Services I can assist you if you are having problems in any of these areas: Ą Medi-Cal Ą Auto insurance Ą Consumer complaints Ą Unemployment insurance Ą Child support and child care Ą Disability insurance Ą Department of Motor Vehicles Ą WorkersŐ compensation Ą Franchise Tax Board Ą Government forms and applications Ą Complaints about state departments Ą Small business assistance Legislative Service I want to know how you feel about issues that I may vote on. Also, if you need information about existing or proposed state laws, please contact my office. I can send you: Ą Copies of legislation and laws Ą Status of legislation Ą Bill summaries by issue area Ą Analyses of legislation Ą Legislative Counsel opinions on state laws and legal issues Ą Legislative Committee rosters Ą Information on other legislators and the legislative process Community Services If you have an idea for a local project, or a problem with a state or local agency that is not getting solved, I can help in these ways: Ą Mediate between you and government agencies or offices Ą Assist you in obtaining funding for local projects, such as bikeways, parks, schools, or senior citizen programs Ą Bring state experts into your community for technical assistance or advice on local issues Ą Help communicate your concerns to local, state and federal officials Ą Bring state administrators into your community so they hear first-hand about local needs Ą Visit your neighborhood or group to discuss state legislation or programs Public Service Information Various state agencies print handbooks and brochures on subjects which may be of interest to you. Here are a few examples: Ą Consumer protection Ą Small business assistance Ą WomenŐs rights Ą Landlord-tenant rights Ą Scholarship opportunities Ą Credit discrimination Ą Insurance Ą Seniors issues Ą Child care and child support Senators personalized information