Changes in the capacity, internal distribution of power, habits of work, and composition of state legislators have increased their involvement and assertiveness in educational policy formation, oversight, and control. (Author/MLF)

An idea long recongnized as "good business" by national special-interest groups has been embraced by the State of California, with an office and full time representation in Washington, D. C. Describes how the service was established and how it works. (Author/MLF)

Educators should become more personally active in getting to know legislators and in calling attention to the kinds of experiences, information, and personal contacts that would enable legislators to make better decisions about education. (Author)