Instruction
Instructions:
Review of a Bill Assignment:( H.R. 728: Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act of 2019)
https://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/116/hr728/text
H.R. 728: Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act of 2019 is a bill that impacts the professional practice of nursing. In a 4 page paper (excluding the title and reference pages), summarize the provisions of the bill and clearly explain what the bill will accomplish. The paper should be NO MORE than 4 pages, typed in times new roman using 12 point font, and double-spaced with 1”margins.
Should include these titles in order:
• Major provisions of the bill
• In-depth understanding of the legislation by explaining the background and all relevant facts
• Any relevant history related to the legislation pertinent votes, and issues that are stalling the legislation, etc.
• Primary sources for this information
• Key supporters and those who do not support the bill. Why some of these individuals support the bill and why some do not.
• 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.)
• How the bill would impact a nurse’s ability to provide safe and quality care or to practice to the highest scope of the nursing license.
• Specific actions that nurses can take to assist with the passage or defeat of the legislation.
Use APA format, headings and references as appropriate.