Advocacy: Connecting with your legislators during the August recess

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By The DO Staff

08.04.22

Each year, Congress takes a break from legislative activity for a ‘recess’ during the month of August. The timing of this recess is historically rather practical. When the Senate was first established, it worked out of offices not yet equipped with the modern marvel that is air conditioning. The summer heat was so intense that a summer break became a necessity.

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