Policy and advocacy

Legislation Comparison Grid Template

Use this document to complete Legislation Comparison Grid and Testimony/Advocacy Statement

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?

· Is it receiving press coverage?

Health-related Bill Name	High health care costs due to poor implementation of the Patient Protection Affordable Care Act
Description
Federal or State?
Legislative Intent
Target Population
Status of the bill (Is it in hearings or committees? Is it receiving press coverage?)
General Notes/Comments

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.

· Describe how you would address the opponent to your position. Be specific and provide examples.

· Recommend at least one amendment to the bill in support of your position.