Proposed bill (Health) in Congress

· 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