The simplest and easiest way to take action is to contact your elected officials and let them know that you want to see America's gun policies improved.

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» E-mail your U.S. Senators and tell them to reject H.R. 822, the “Packing Heat on Your Street” bill, which would allow dangerous and irresponsible people from other states to carry hidden and loaded guns in your community.

» E-mail your U.S. Representative today to co-sponsor H.R. 308 to ban deadly assault clips like the one used in the deadly Tucson shooting that killed six and injured thirteen others including Rep. Gabrielle Giffords.

» Email the President and Congress to urge them to show leadership and support improvements to our gun laws, such as better background checks and banning deadly assault clips.

Tips for contacting elected representatives:

Identify yourself as a constituent: Politicians are most interested in the opinions of people who can vote for them. Identify yourself as a constituent of the legislator you are contacting.

One issue at a time: Whether writing, visiting or calling your legislators, focus on a single topic - like closing the gun show loophole. You'll be more effective and receive a faster response.

Be specific: Ask the legislator to take specific action, like sponsoring or voting for a piece of legislation. Ask for a written response that gives your legislator's position on the legislation, and your request.

Be brief: Make your points quickly and concisely to have the greatest impact.

Be polite: Be respectful when contacting your legislators. It is important to contact legislators even if you know they will disagree with your position. They need to hear from you, but always be respectful. Those who agree with you need to hear from you too.

Pennsylvania activists organized an activity to urge their state legislators to pass sensible gun laws.