Representation One of COSCDA's major responsibilities is to represent members's interests to the Federal Government-Congress, the White House, federal agencies, and to other interest groups and trade associations. COSCDA accomplishes this responsibility in several ways. COSCDA arranges and supports members testifying before committees of Congress and meeting with high ranking administration officials. COSCDA staff continually meet with and engage representatives of Congress and agency political and policy leaders to obtain information for members and ensure that members' views are considered by federal decision makers. COSCDA staff frequently work with congressional staff in the drafting of legislation and with federal agency representatives prior to the in initiation of federal agency rule making. COSCDA staff often troubleshoot or help facilitate issues that may arise between a specific member and a federal agency. COSCDA produces written materials that analyze proposed federal policy and budget initiatives and seek member feedback on these initiatives. All Contents ©2008 Council of State Community Development Agencies. All rights reserved.