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Sample Letter

Dear Senator/Delegate [Last Name],

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My name is [Your Name], and I live in [City/County], Maryland. I am a person with a disability and I rely on services funded through the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA).

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These supports allow me to [work, live safely at home, participate in the community, stay healthy, etc.]. Any cuts to DDA funding would directly impact my independence and quality of life.

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Please oppose any reductions to DDA funding in the state budget. These services are essential for individuals and families like mine.

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Thank you for your time and for supporting Marylanders with disabilities.

 

Sincerely,

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[Your Name]
[City/County, MD]
[Address, email or phone number]

Phone or Meeting In-Person: What to Say?

  • State your name
     

  • I am calling about the governor’s draft budget for the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA)
     

  • I am concerned about the $155.5 million in cuts to DDA that would lead to a loss of $311 million in services.
     

  • I don’t want to see people like ……. be stripped of the needed 1:1 supports she needs. My daughter has ….. (challenges) and these changes pose a serious risk to her and others who require similar supports.
     

  • Please do not let these cuts stand. I am asking you to restore the funding

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