Problem: This week we are taking a trip to Congress to better understand how a bill becomes law. We have already discussed interest groups and thier influence on the legislative process.
1. Choose one piece of legislation (a bill) that has been introduced into the United States House of Representatives or the U.S. Senate in the current Congress. State the title and date of introduction.
2. Describe the purpose of the legislation and include a discussion of the history behind this legislative remedy to an issue or problem.
3. Has the bill passed one or more of the houses and by what margin? If not, what is the likelyhood of passage?
4. What interest groups are for or against this legislation? Do you support this legislation? Why or why not?
5. Cite your sources.
6. Read your classmates' posts and respond with thoughtful commentary.