Review of a bill
Select a current, active bill at the state or federal level that impacts the professional practice of nursing. Following the guidelines below, summarize the bill’s provisions and clearly explain what the bill hopes to accomplish in a 5-6 page paper, excluding the title and reference pages. Please Note – A current, active bill is one that is actively going through the legislative process and has not yet become law. Assignment Guidelines Your review of a bill paper should: Discuss the major provisions of the bill. Explain the background and all relevant facts, demonstrating an in-depth understanding of the legislation. Discuss any relevant history related to the legislation, pertinent votes, and issues that may be stalling the legislation, etc. Use primary sources for this information. Explore and explain the positions of the key stakeholders in the bill, both pros and cons. Do not make assumptions about potential key stakeholders. Examine this area carefully so you are correctly reflecting the stakeholders positions. Identify key supporters and those that do not support the bill. Explain why some of these individuals support the bill and why some do not. Discuss how the bill might impact the nurse’s ability to provide safe and quality care, or to practice to the highest scope of the nursing license. Explain specific actions that nursing can take to assist with the passage or defeat of the legislation. Use APA format, correct grammar and references as appropriate.
