Question

background information: interest groups use letters to encourage citizens to contact their representatives about policy issues. this sample letter shows how an interest group can encourage citizens to take action. dear senator, i am writing to urge you to oppose senate bill 375. this bill removes a ban on importing foreign species of plants that are not native to the united states. if this policy is carried out, it could harm the environment. we know that foreign plant species can have a negative effect on our environment. they have the potential to force native species closer to endangered status in place. please oppose this bill and keep the ban in place. how is this letter attempting to influence public policy? check all that apply. it asks a lawmaker to take a specific action it employs a lobbyist to influence lawmakers it raises money to campaign against a lawmaker it is calling for members to take action against a lawmaker it raises awareness about the harm of a proposed policy

Explanation:

The letter asks a senator (lawmaker) to oppose a bill (take a specific action) and also raises awareness about the harm of the proposed policy (lifting the import - ban on non - native plants). It does not mention employing a lobbyist, raising money against a lawmaker, or calling for action against a lawmaker.

Answer:

It asks a lawmaker to take a specific action
It raises awareness about the harm of a proposed policy