Posted: December 2nd, 2015

How a Bill Becomes a Law (Legislative Worksheet)

Nurses are influential members of the community and the political system.

Therefore, for the purposes of this assignment you will identify a problem or concern in your community, organization, etc. that has the capacity to be legislated. You will conduct research and state a proposal. Through the legislative process, your proposal for the problem or concern may influence an idea for change into a law.

First, refer to the “How a Bill Becomes a Law” media.

Then, view the “Bill to Law Process” to watch the scenario.

Legislative Worksheet (SBAR Format) – How a Bill Becomes a Law

SITUATION: IS THIS SOMETHING THAN CAN BE LEGISLATED?

• Identify the problem/concern:
• State your proposal/idea.

BACKGROUND: DO YOUR RESEARCH

• Include studies, reports, personal experience, or anecdotal stories related to your proposal.
• Has there been similar legislation introduced and/or passed in other states? If so, include it.

ASSESSMENT: FINANCES AND STAKEHOLDERS

• Identify financial impact if any (e.g., added costs, cost savings, increased revenue):
• Hospital Board of Directors