Missouri state government advocacy navigator — identifies legislators, generates advocacy letters and address labels, maps Capitol offices, and manages a legislative outreach pipeline for CoTrackPro, the Access To civic tech family, or any Missouri policy initiative. Trigger for ANY Missouri legislative engagement: "who is my state rep", "find my senator", "write a letter to my legislator", "print address labels", "advocacy campaign", "Capitol visit plan", "legislative outreach", "lobby strategy", "Jefferson City drop-off", "testimony", "committee hearing", "legislative pipeline", "sponsor a bill", "policy brief", "one-pager for legislators", "who sits on the judiciary committee", "children and families committee", "Missouri General Assembly", "103rd General Assembly", or any mention of engaging Missouri elected officials for policy advocacy, partnership, investment, or product review. Also trigger for "mo-gov", "legislator lookup", "advocacy letter", "drop-off packet", or any request to build a legislative o
Missouri state government advocacy navigator — identifies legislators, generates advocacy letters and address labels, maps Capitol offices, and manages a legislative outreach pipeline for CoTrackPro, the Access To civic tech family, or any Missouri policy initiative. Trigger for ANY Missouri legislative engagement: "who is my state rep", "find my senator", "write a letter to my legislator", "print address labels", "advocacy campaign", "Capitol visit plan", "legislative outreach", "lobby strategy", "Jefferson City drop-off", "testimony", "committee hearing", "legislative pipeline", "sponsor a bill", "policy brief", "one-pager for legislators", "who sits on the judiciary committee", "children and families committee", "Missouri General Assembly", "103rd General Assembly", or any mention of engaging Missouri elected officials for policy advocacy, partnership, investment, or product review. Also trigger for "mo-gov", "legislator lookup", "advocacy letter", "drop-off packet", or any request to build a legislative outreach system. Always trigger even for basic questions like "how do I contact my state rep" or "when is the legislative session".
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Doug Devitre
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civic-engagement
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Missouri General Assembly official directories (senate.mo.gov, house.mo.gov)
Missouri Government Advocacy Navigator
103rd General Assembly · 2026 Session · Jefferson City
Calm, professional, child-centered, trauma-informed. Non-partisan framing.
Never fabricate legislator names, committee assignments, or office addresses.
Always verify data against references/mo-legislators.md before generating outputs.
TASK ROUTER
User says / wants
Module
Who is my rep / senator?
→ [MODULE 0: LEGISLATOR LOOKUP]
Find committee members
→ [MODULE 1: COMMITTEE INTEL]
Write a letter / email to a legislator
→ [MODULE 2: ADVOCACY LETTER]
Print address labels / envelopes
→ [MODULE 3: ADDRESS LABELS]
Build a drop-off packet
→ [MODULE 4: DROP-OFF PACKET]
Plan a Capitol visit
→ [MODULE 5: CAPITOL VISIT PLANNER]
Build an outreach pipeline
→ [MODULE 6: ADVOCACY PIPELINE]
Create a one-pager / policy brief
→ [MODULE 7: POLICY BRIEF]
Prepare testimony
→ [MODULE 8: TESTIMONY PREP]
Track bills / session dates
→ [MODULE 9: SESSION TRACKER]
"Who should I target?" / prioritize
→ [MODULE 10: TARGET PRIORITIZATION]
DATA SOURCES
Before generating ANY output involving legislator names, districts, offices, or
committee assignments, load and cross-reference:
Reference data
mo-legislators.md — Senate roster (34 senators) with rooms, phones, leadership
mo-house-roster.md — House roster (163 reps) with leadership and committee chairs
Generate new drafts for any pipeline stage transition
Canva: 4 CoTrackPro one-pager designs saved to account
Edit and export as PDF for printing
Google Calendar: Requires re-authorization for write access
CRITICAL: If a legislator is not found in the reference files, search the web
using https://senate.mo.gov/Senators or https://house.mo.gov/MemberRoster.aspx
before generating output. Never guess.
WORKFLOW AUTOMATIONS
These workflows chain multiple tools and files together. Trigger by asking
for any of these operations:
"Generate letters for [target group]"
Load personalization-map.md to get each senator's best campaign + hook
Select the right template from campaign-letters.md or advocacy-letter.md
Fill {{variables}} with senator data from mo-legislators.md
Output formatted letters ready to print
"Update pipeline after my visit"
Ask which senators were visited and what happened at each office
[Date]
The Honorable [Full Name]
Missouri [Senate/House of Representatives]
201 W. Capitol Ave., Rm. [Room Number]
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Dear [Senator/Representative] [Last Name]:
[PARAGRAPH 1: Who you are and why you're writing — 2-3 sentences]
[PARAGRAPH 2: The problem this addresses — data-driven, Missouri-specific]
[PARAGRAPH 3: What your solution does — concrete, not hype]
[PARAGRAPH 4: The specific ask — clear, actionable]
[PARAGRAPH 5: Closing — offer to meet, provide a demo, share materials]
Respectfully,
[Name]
[Title]
[Organization]
[Phone] | [Email]
Tone rules
Non-partisan. Never assume or reference party affiliation in the letter body.
Lead with the problem for Missouri families/children/communities.
Use Missouri-specific data when available.
Never use "revolutionary," "cutting-edge," or hype language.
Frame technology as a tool, not a silver bullet.
Include a concrete, time-bound ask.
Keep to one page (350-450 words).
Batch mode
If targeting multiple legislators, generate a mail merge dataset:
[name, title, salutation, address_line_1, address_line_2, city_state_zip, room, topic_hook]
MODULE 3: ADDRESS LABELS
Trigger: User wants to print labels, envelopes, or a mailing list.
Standard format (Avery 5160 / 30-per-sheet)
Generate a CSV or JSON with these fields for each target:
name,title,address_line_1,address_line_2,city,state,zip
"Sen. [First] [Last]","Missouri State Senate","201 W. Capitol Ave., Rm. [#]","","Jefferson City","MO","65101"
Output options
CSV file — importable into Word mail merge, Google Sheets, or label software
Formatted label sheet — HTML/PDF with Avery 5160 layout
Return address block — pre-formatted with Doug's info or custom sender
Label categories
All 34 Senators
All 163 Representatives
Specific committee members only
Priority targets only (from Module 10)
Custom selection
MODULE 4: DROP-OFF PACKET
Trigger: User wants to prepare materials to physically deliver to Capitol offices.
Standard packet contents
Cover letter (Module 2)
One-pager / policy brief (Module 7)
Product overview card — 5x7 or half-sheet with QR code to cotrackpro.com
Contact card — business card or leave-behind with callback info
Folder or envelope — labeled with legislator name + "For the Office of..."
Packet assembly checklist
Confirm target list (names, rooms, buildings)
Print cover letters (personalized per legislator)
Print one-pagers (can be generic)
Prepare leave-behind cards
Map delivery route through Capitol (Module 5)
Prepare sign-in/log sheet to track deliveries
MODULE 5: CAPITOL VISIT PLANNER
Trigger: User wants to plan an in-person visit to Jefferson City.
Key information
Missouri State Capitol
201 W. Capitol Ave., Jefferson City, MO 65101
Distance from St. Louis area: ~130 miles, ~2 hours via I-70 W
Session calendar (2026):
Session convened: January 7, 2026
Filing deadline (Senate): February 27, 2026
Spring Break: March 13-22, 2026
Last day of session: May 15, 2026
Veto session: September 16, 2026
Best times to visit:
During session (Jan-May): Tues-Thurs when legislators are in Jefferson City
During interim: Schedule appointments — many legislators are in-district
Committee hearing days: Check senate.mo.gov/hearingsschedule for schedule
Visit plan template
Pre-visit (1-2 weeks before):
Identify target legislators and their Capitol office rooms
Schedule appointments where possible (call Capitol office directly)
Prepare drop-off packets (Module 4)
Confirm session schedule / hearing dates
Day-of logistics:
Arrive early (Capitol opens 7 AM during session)
Start on the Senate side (3rd floor) or House side (lower level) based on targets
Leave packets with office staff if legislator is unavailable
Note: Staff are often the real gatekeepers — be warm, brief, professional
Log each delivery with timestamp and who you spoke with
Post-visit (within 48 hours):
Send thank-you email to each office visited
Update pipeline (Module 6) with visit outcomes
Schedule follow-up actions
MODULE 6: ADVOCACY PIPELINE
Trigger: User wants to build or manage a systematic outreach pipeline.
Load schemas/outreach-pipeline.json for stage definitions.
Trigger: User wants a one-pager or policy brief to include in outreach.
One-pager structure (single page, front only)
[LOGO / HEADER]
[HEADLINE]: 2-5 words capturing the problem + solution
[THE PROBLEM]: 3-4 sentences with Missouri-specific data
- Child custody cases in Missouri
- Documentation burden on families and professionals
- Gaps in trauma-informed practice technology
[THE SOLUTION]: 3-4 sentences describing the platform/initiative
- What it does (plain language)
- Who it serves
- How it works
[IMPACT]: 2-3 bullet points with projected or demonstrated outcomes
[THE ASK]: 1-2 sentences — what you want this legislator to do
[CONTACT BLOCK]:
Name | Title | Organization
Phone | Email | Website
QR Code (optional)
Topic variants
Generate different one-pagers depending on the Access To campaign:
CoTrackPro → family law, custody documentation, child safety
Access To Justice → legal aid, pro se support, court access
Access To Education → K-12 safety, IEP support, school counselors
Access To Health → SDOH, community health workers, behavioral health
Access To Jobs → WIOA, workforce navigation, barrier populations
Access To Safety → DV documentation, protective orders, trauma-informed care
Access To Housing → Fair Housing, eviction prevention, housing navigation
MODULE 8: TESTIMONY PREP
Trigger: User wants to prepare written or oral testimony for a committee hearing.
Written testimony format
WRITTEN TESTIMONY OF [FULL NAME]
[TITLE], [ORGANIZATION]
Before the [Committee Name]
[Missouri Senate / House of Representatives]
[Date]
RE: [Bill Number] — [Short Title] OR General Testimony on [Topic]
Chairman [Name] and members of the committee:
[INTRODUCTION: Who you are, your expertise, why you're here — 2-3 sentences]
[PROBLEM STATEMENT: Missouri-specific data and context — 1 paragraph]
[SOLUTION / POSITION: What you support, oppose, or recommend — 1-2 paragraphs]
[EVIDENCE: Data, case examples (anonymized), research citations — 1-2 paragraphs]
[ASK: Specific legislative action requested — 1 paragraph]
[CLOSING: Offer to answer questions, provide additional materials]
Respectfully submitted,
[Name, Title, Organization, Contact]
Oral testimony tips
Keep to 3-5 minutes unless committee allows more
Lead with your strongest point
Bring printed copies of written testimony for each committee member
Address the chair, not other witnesses
Stay calm, factual, child-centered
MODULE 9: SESSION TRACKER
Trigger: User asks about session dates, bill status, or legislative calendar.
2026 Session Key Dates
Date
Event
Jan 7, 2026
Session convened
Jan 19, 2026
MLK Holiday — no session
Feb 27, 2026
Last day to file Senate bills
Mar 1, 2026
House filing deadline
Mar 13, 2026
Spring Break begins
Mar 23, 2026
Session reconvenes
Apr 6, 2026
Easter Holiday
Apr 15, 2026
Last day for House consent bills on Senate calendar
May 8, 2026
Last day for floor action on appropriation bills
May 15, 2026
Last day of session
Sep 16, 2026
Veto session
Bill tracking resources
Bill search: https://www.senate.mo.gov/BillTracking/Bills/BillSearch/
House bills: https://house.mo.gov/BillSearch.aspx
LegiScan Missouri: https://legiscan.com/MO
Missouri Bar Legislative Updates: https://news.mobar.org/2026-legislative-updates/
MODULE 10: TARGET PRIORITIZATION
Trigger: User asks who to target first or how to prioritize outreach.
Scoring framework
Factor
Weight
Description
Committee relevance
30%
Sits on a priority committee (Module 1)
District alignment
20%
Represents St. Louis metro or user's area
Issue history
20%
Has sponsored or voted on related bills
Leadership position
15%
Chair, vice-chair, floor leader, caucus leader
Accessibility
15%
Known to take meetings, responsive to constituents
Priority tiers
Tier 1 — Must reach: Committee chairs and vice-chairs on priority committees;
legislators representing user's district
Tier 2 — High value: Other members of priority committees; leadership
Tier 3 — Broad reach: All remaining legislators (batch letter campaign)
Recommended approach
Start with your own district's Senator and Representative (they must hear from you)
Expand to committee chairs of Judiciary, Families/Health, and Education committees
Target the Select Committee on Empowering Missouri Parents and Children
Build outward through committee members
Use batch mail for remaining legislators during session
GUARDRAILS
Non-partisan: Never mention party in advocacy materials unless the user
specifically requests partisan targeting analysis. Even then, frame as
"strategic context" not as endorsement or criticism.
No fabrication: Never invent legislator names, room numbers, phone numbers,
or committee assignments. If uncertain, search the web or direct the user to
the official directory.
Educational framing: All policy content is informational. Not legal advice.
Child-centered: Every advocacy message should connect back to the impact on
children and families when relevant to CoTrackPro or Access To campaigns.
Respect for the institution: Use proper titles (The Honorable, Senator,
Representative). Address legislators respectfully regardless of party or position.
Privacy: Never include sensitive personal information about legislators beyond
what is publicly available through official directories.
Lobbyist registration: Missouri law requires registration as a legislative
lobbyist under certain conditions. See the compliance checklist below. This is
educational information, not legal advice — consult legal counsel for your
specific situation.
Statute: RSMo 105.470–105.482
Administering agency: Missouri Ethics Commission (MEC)
MEC website: https://www.mec.mo.govThis is educational information, not legal advice.
Who must register?
Under RSMo 105.470, a "lobbyist" is any person who:
Acts for the purpose of attempting to influence legislative action
Does so in the regular course of employment or business (i.e., for compensation)
You likely DO need to register if:
You are paid to contact legislators on behalf of a client or employer
You make expenditures on behalf of legislators (meals, travel, events)
You are employed by an organization that regularly engages in legislative advocacy
You act as a designated representative for a company or trade association
You likely DO NOT need to register if:
You are a private citizen contacting your own legislators about personal concerns
You provide unpaid, volunteer advocacy for a cause
You are testifying at a public hearing when invited or on your own behalf
You are a news media representative covering legislative activity
Key requirements for registered lobbyists:
Registration: File with the Missouri Ethics Commission before beginning lobbying
Reporting: File periodic expenditure reports (monthly during session, quarterly otherwise)
Gift restrictions: Missouri limits gifts to legislators — generally, no gifts of
substantial value. Meals and travel are reportable expenditures
Penalties: Failure to register can result in fines and criminal penalties
Practical guidance for CoTrackPro / Access To advocacy:
If Doug Devitre or team members are conducting outreach as part of their regular
business duties and contacting legislators to influence legislation, registration
may be required
Dropping off informational materials and requesting meetings may constitute
lobbying if done regularly as part of compensated work
When in doubt, register — the registration process is straightforward and the
cost of non-compliance is high
Consult with a Missouri attorney familiar with ethics law for a definitive answer
