Question 1

______________ are experts in gathering data; assessing individual and community needs; consensus building; and in planning, implementing, and evaluating programs.

Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

This process, known as _________________ , involves making contact with a policymaker or legislator to discuss a social or economic problem on behalf of a particular interest group or population, as long as no specific bill number is mentioned.

Accepted Answer

Legislative advocacy involves engaging with policymakers to discuss issues on behalf of interest groups without referencing specific legislation.

Question 3

_____________ are implemented without government direction.

Accepted Answer

Voluntary policies are implemented without government direction, relying instead on individual or organizational choice rather than legal mandates.

Question 4

Senators and representatives at the federal level pass bills that are then signed into _____________ by the president.

Accepted Answer

Senators and representatives at the federal level pass bills that, when signed by the president, become federal laws.

Question 5

Members from each house form a _____________________ and meet to work out the differences. This is usually made up of senior members who are appointed by the presiding officers of the committee that originally dealt with the bill.

Accepted Answer

A conference committee is formed when members from each house of a bicameral legislature (such as the U.S. Congress) meet to reconcile differences in a bill passed by both houses. This committee is typically composed of senior members appointed by the presiding officers of the committee that originally dealt with the bill.

Question 6

Policymakers are the elected officials who enact all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

Supreme Court decisions are not enacted by policymakers.

Question 7

Legislative advocacy strategies include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed (legislative alerts, instituting letter-writing, email, and telephone campaigns, meeting with legislators, and testifying at hearings) are common legislative advocacy strategies used to influence public policy and legislative decisions.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a technique suggested for developing effective testimony?

Accepted Answer

Utilizing overly emotional and inflammatory words to stir emotions is not suggested for developing effective testimony because it can undermine credibility and distract from the message's substance. Effective testimony should be clear, concise, and focused on facts and personal experiences without resorting to emotional manipulation.

Question 9

With an understanding of ______________, health education specialists can use their unique skills to help assess the needs of the community to determine key issues and motivate community members to action.

Accepted Answer

The answer of With an understanding of ______________, health education...

Question 10

Practitioners can be involved in the legislative process in many ways not only to influence the kind and amount of resources allocated for health education programs, but also to affect the larger policy framework that defines public health.

Accepted Answer

Practitioners can engage in advocacy, provide expert testimony, participate in policy development, and collaborate with policymakers to influence both the resources allocated to health education and the broader policy environment that shapes public health initiatives.

Question 11

Direct lobbying is defined as communicating about specific legislation with a legislator or communicating a specific position on that legislation. In other words, asking a legislator to support (or veto) a specific bill.

Accepted Answer

Direct lobbying involves specific communications with legislators or government officials that express a view on a specific piece of legislation and often includes asking for the legislation to be supported or opposed.

Question 12

If allowed to lobby, identifying bipartisan sponsors (sponsors from each political party) can decrease the likelihood a bill will gain broad support.

Accepted Answer

Identifying bipartisan sponsors can actually increase the likelihood a bill will gain broad support, as it demonstrates cross-party agreement and cooperation, making the bill more appealing to a wider range of legislators.

Question 13

If the bill is a budget bill or has fiscal implications, it will be referred directly to the Appropriations Committee or to an appropriate standing committee, and then to the Appropriations Committee.

Accepted Answer

Budget bills or bills with fiscal implications are typically referred to the Appropriations Committee or to a relevant standing committee with jurisdiction over the subject matter, which then may refer it to the Appropriations Committee for review of its budgetary impact.

Question 14

If the bill is defeated, it goes to the other house where the same procedure is followed. If the bill is passed in the same form by both houses, it is ordered "undone" in the house in which it originated. It then goes to the governor for his or her signature.

Accepted Answer

If a bill is defeated in one house, it does not automatically go to the other house; it is typically considered dead or failed. If a bill is passed in the same form by both houses, it is not ordered "undone" but is sent to the governor (or president, in the case of federal legislation) for his or her signature to become law.

Question 15

Forming a group to advocate for or against an issue can be more effective than an individual voice because the group can share responsibilities and complete more tasks.

Accepted Answer

Groups can pool resources, skills, and efforts, making them more capable of tackling tasks and spreading their message, thus often being more effective than individuals acting alone.

Question 16

When directed to the staff and legislative aides of those elected and appointed, officials can be demeaning since the legislator does not think it is important enough to talk with you.

Accepted Answer

The statement is a generalization and not universally true. While some officials may delegate communication to their staff, it does not necessarily imply they are being demeaning or that they do not value the interaction.

Question 17

The GovTrack site can be used to get automatic alerts on the status of bills at the federal level. This site provides information on legislation, committees, votes, members of Congress, and will send alerts on the status of the bills being tracked.

Accepted Answer

GovTrack.us is a website that allows users to track the status of federal legislation and information about their representatives in Congress, including the ability to sign up for automatic alerts on bills.

Question 18

A letter-writing campaign can only begin 1 to 2 years in advance of the issue that has been introduced as a bill. A sample letter to legislators should include exactly what the letter should state without any additions or deletions.

Accepted Answer

A letter-writing campaign can begin at any stage of the legislative process, not just 1 to 2 years in advance, and while a sample letter can provide a guideline, individuals are encouraged to personalize their letters to make them more effective.

Question 19

Share why building a relationship with legislators is important and how you would go about it.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Share why building a relationship with legislators...

Question 20

Explain what is a grassroots movement and how would you go about accomplishing one.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain what is a grassroots movement and...

Quiz 12: Advocating for Health Policy