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

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, complete the Legislation 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?
Part 2: Legislation Testimony/Advocacy Statement
Based on the health-related bill you selected, develop a 1-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.
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Legislation Grid Template
Legislation Grid
Template
Use this document to complete Part 1 of the Module 2 Assessment Legislation
Grid and Testimony/Advocacy Statement
Healthrelated 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?)
General Notes/
Comments
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