Encourage people to physically sign a petition whenever possible.
> People who say they will sign online later rarely do, so always get a physical petition signature when possible.Understand why we collect petition signatures.
> - To encouraging legislators to support the COS Resolution and an Article V Convention of States.\\ > \\ > - To find potential volunteers that will help move the resolution forward, grow the grassroots army, and spread the word.Displays professionalism and confidence.
> You represent the organization to potential signers. If you are unprofessional or seem unsure they may question why they would want to entrust our organization with their personal information and/or the future of the country.One Person = One Petition.\\
> No joint Husband / Wife signatures.Understand the petition form.
> **Required Information:**\\ > - First & Last Name (Identifies the signer.)\\ > - Full Mailing address (Identifies their legislator.)\\ > - Signature & Date (Provides their legal consent for the petition to be sent.)\\ > \\ > **Optional Information:**\\ > Phone Number & Email address\\ > - Recommended if they want to receive information, updates, or volunteer.\\ > - A signer interested in volunteering must supply either a phone number or email address.\\ > \\ > **Note:** An email address can only be attached to one petition. A husband and Wife cannot use the same email address.\\ > \\Review the form **BEFORE** the signer leaves
> - Did they provide the needed information?\\ > (first/last name, complete address, signature/date)\\ > - If not, ask for the missing information. Getting information later is difficult.\\ > - If they will not provide the necessary information, disregard the petition\\ > - Remember: If we cannot verify the signer and correct address, we cannot inform the correct legislator.Quality over Quantity\\
> It's better to have a smaller number of accurate petitions than a larger number of petitions that we can't read or are missing crucial pieces of information (names/addresses/signatures/dates).[[https://conventionofstates.com/event_petitions|Petition for Phone/Electronic device]]\\ https:%%//%%conventionofstates.com/event_petitions
> This page allows others to sign the petition on your device without it registering as your signature. Bookmark it on your phone, tablet, or laptop for easy access when you are out and about.[[https://conventionofstates.com/mipetition|Michigan website Petition]]\\ https:%%//%%conventionofstates.com/mipetition
> Send people to this link and they will not only be able to sign the petition, but they will also be able to click around the COS MI website to learn more about what we have happening in Michigan.Verify to the best of your ability that the signature is genuine.
> Red flags:\\ > - A person signing on behalf of someone else (a spouse or child).\\ > - Fake/suspect name often historical/fictional (George Washington, Darth Vader).\\ > - A person who doesn’t seem to understand what they are signing.\\ > You don’t need to ask for ID or research the person, just use your best judgment.Verify to the best of your ability that the signature is genuine.
> Red flags: \\ > - A person signing on behalf of someone else (a spouse or child).\\ > - Fake/suspect name often historical/fictional (George Washington, Darth Vader).\\ > - A person who doesn’t seem to understand what they are signing. \\ > You don’t need to ask for ID or research the person, just use your best judgment.Include a note indicating:
> - That the petitions have already been entered into CitizenBuilder.\\ > - The Event Petition Tag used.\\ > - The state, year, and event name where the petitions were collected.**Can a US Resident (Non-Citizen) sign the petition?**\\
> No. We strive to build a clean stable of petition signers who have the best interests of the country at heart and a stake in the outcome. Although we welcome support from all, we would like to avoid, as best we can, criticism that our legislatures are getting the functional equivalents of bots.\\ > Answer provided by the COS Action Legal Department**What is the minimum age required to sign the petition?**\\
> Persons between the ages of 13 and 18 can sign, with his/her guardian present, consent and signing.\\ > Answer provided by the COS Action Legal Department**Can a signer take their petition to mail in themselves?**\\
> No. The petition should be handled by the volunteer, either online or collecting the paper petition.\\ > Answer provided by the COS Action Legal Department**Can a non-volunteer take petitions to get their friends, family, or others to sign?**\\
> No. We prefer signing before the volunteer or taking the website information back to friends/family to sign online.\\ > Answer provided by the COS Action Legal Department**What do I do if the signer's information is suspect?**\\
> Do not process the petition. Refer to the Procedure for Handling Petitions.**What is the minimum information that a signer must provide?**
> - First & Last Name (Identifies the signer.)\\ > - Full Mailing address (Identifies their legislator.)\\ > - Signature & Date (Provides their legal consent for the petition to be sent.)**Can the signer use a P.O. Box for their address?**
> Yes, although a street address is preferred as it is more accurate for determining their legislator.**Can a petition be submitted without phone/email?**
> Yes, petitions without a phone or email address can be entered at https://conventionofstates.com/event_petitions**Can two people jointly sign the same petition (e.g. husband/wife)**
> No, each person must sign separately. One person per petition entry.