Select a Bill that has Been Proposed

Select a Bill that has Been Proposed

ORDER NOW FOR AN ORIGINAL PAPER ASSIGNMENT:    Select a Bill that has Been Proposed    

Select a Bill that has Been Proposed

Select a bill that has been proposed (not one that has been enacted) using the congressional websites provided in the Learning  Resources.
Select a bill that has been proposed (not one that has been enacted) using the congressional websites provided in the Learning  Resources.

The Assignment: (1- to 2-page Comparison Grid; 1- to 2-page Legislation Testimony/Advocacy Statement)

Part 1: Legislation Comparison Grid

Based on the health-related bill (proposed, not enacted) you selected, complete the Legislation Comparison Grid Template. Be sure to  address the following:

Determine the legislative intent of the bill you have reviewed.
Identify the proponents/opponents of the bill.
Identify the target populations addressed by the bill.
Where in the process is the bill currently? Is it in hearings or committees?
Is it receiving press coverage?
Part 2: Legislation Testimony/Advocacy Statement

Based on the health-related bill you selected, develop a 1- to  2-page Legislation Testimony/Advocacy Statement that addresses the  following:

Advocate a position for the bill you selected and write testimony in support of your position.
Describe how you would address the opponent to your position. Be specific and provide examples.
Recommend at least one amendment to the bill in support of your position.

Legislation Comparison Grid Template

Use this document to complete Part 1 of the Module 2 Assessment Legislation Comparison Grid and Testimony/Advocacy Statement

Health-related Bill Name

Bill Number

Description

Federal or State?

Legislative Intent

Proponents/ Opponents
Proponents:

Opponents:

Target Population

Status of the bill (Is it in hearings or committees? Is it receiving press coverage?)

General Notes/Comments
1. Instructions and guidelines (Read carefully)
Instructions
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