[header] How to file a petition [title] Identify a problem that you want the government to address. [step] Whether it's national gun regulation or the placement of a stop sign at a busy intersection, you must identify an issue that you feel strongly about and on which you want the government to take action. [title] Check governmental requirements for petitions. 
[step] State or local governments may set forth specific requirements for a petition. You should contact your local governmental agency and inquire as to any requirements and request a sample petition.