Brownsberger Wants You to Attend the Citizens' Legislative Seminar

State Sen. Will Brownsberger is seeking volunteers.

No, not to go on some secret mission or join him on some marathon trek, but for the opportunity to witness the inner workings of state legislative government. 

Brownsberger is given the opportunity to nominate one constituent to participate in the 69^th Citizens' Legislative Seminar to be held Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 15 and 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the State House.

“The Citizens’ Legislative Seminar is a great opportunity for residents to get a firsthand look at how the legislative process works, and have a better understanding of state government,” said Brownsberger.

“I encourage my constituents to apply to this two-day seminar.”

The deadline to nominate yourself or others is Sept. 7.

Nominees must be a resident in the Second Suffolk and Middlesex District and be able to attend both days. They should send a cover letter expressing their interest in being nominated to participate.

Letters may be emailed to Barbara.Miranda@masenate.gov or mailed to Barbara Miranda, Chief of Staff, Office of Senator William N. Brownsberger, State House, Room 213A, Boston, MA 02133.

The CLS is a citizen seminar that aims to better educate the public on the Commonwealth’s legislative process. Established in 1976 through a collaborative effort of the Massachusetts Senate and the University of Massachusetts, this two-day seminar features presentations by Senators and staff on aspects of the day-to-day experience of legislators in the Commonwealth. Topics will include the history and process of the Legislature, the parliamentary role of the Clerk of the Senate and the future of the Legislature.

The CLS culminates with a simulated legislative hearing and Senate session where participants are invited to use what they have learned and participate as “Senators” in the Senate Chamber in order to have a first-hand experience of the legislative process.