EXAM 2: Analyzing And Influencing Policy Flashcards
When analyzing a bills purpose, what are things to consider when evaluating historical background
How long has this issue been around? Is it relatively new?
Is there strong evidence to support the need for policy? Does evidence support that the policy would have the intended affect?
Are there other policies in place to address the issue? Have other policies been tried?
What are positive and/or negative aspects to consider when evaluating a bill
What is the desired impact of the bill? Will it be costly
What is your position on the bill?
What do you feel is important to keep?
What could be changed or improved?
How much time/effort would it take to implement?
What are questions to ask when thinking of key stakeholders
Think of individuals and groups that will be influenced by this law
- Who will be positively influenced?
- Who will be negatively influenced?
What are questions to ask to find out what the implications are
Will this policy help dietitians and nutrition experts? Will it make things harder?
How might it change the clinical practice of a dietitian and the public they serve?
How might it change the programs and efforts of those working in the community?
How might it impact individuals?
What are ways to influence policy?
Create a bill (and get it sponsored!)
Contact members of congress - especially when a bill is in committee (being reviewed)
Make public comments on rules/regulations
Community nutritionist in action: other ways to get involved
Express your opinion (meetings, letters, etc. )
Become directly involved (run for office, sponsor, initiate a campaign)
Join an interest group
What is the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Political Action Committee (ANDPAC)
The only political action committee broadly focused on food, nutrition and public health
Ranks among the top 35 professional political action committees in the country
Goal is to support pro-nutrition candidates for federal office
