Assignment Task:
Select a bill that has been proposed (not one that has been enacted): Bill selected is Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act. (from congressional websites)
Be sure to add a title page, an introduction, purpose statement, and a conclusion. This is an APA paper.
Part 1: Legislation Grid
Based on the health-related bill (proposed, not enacted) you selected, 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?
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.
- Explain how the social determinants of income, age, education, or gender affect this legislation.
- Describe how you would address the opponent to your position. Be specific and provide examples. Need Online Assistance?
- At least 2 outside resources and 2-3 course specific resources are used.
Resources:
1. BILL
6. S.3741 - 118th Congress (2023-2024)Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act.
Sponsor: Scott, Tim [Sen.-R-SC] (Introduced 02/06/2024) Cosponsors: (6)Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
Latest Action: Senate - 02/06/2024 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (All Actions)
Tracker:
This bill has the status Introduced
Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:
1. Introduced
2. Passed Senate
3. Passed House
4. To President
5. Became Law