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To change a law, start by doing some research, finding the right level of government to approach, and looking into pending legislation. You might be able to write a draft of the law yourself, or you might need the support of your state or national legislator. It’s a lot easier to change local or state law than on the federal level, but there are possibilities for taking action at any level.