· 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.
· 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