Select a current health problem that is being debated at the national and/or state level state why it is of interest.

  1. Select a current health problem that is being debated at the national and/or state level state why it is of interest.
  2. Identify a legislator (state or federal) and state why that person is the appropriate one to contact.
  3. Draft a one-page letter to the legislator including the proper salutation and the components below:
  • Introduce yourself and your reason for writing.
  • State concisely what you understand to be the current socioeconomic, political, and ethical issues surrounding the problem.
  • Discuss the implications of the problem for nursing or nursing practice.
    Make a clear request for action. Request a response.
    You will not need a title page or a reference page for this assignment, just a 1-page letter – do not exceed 1 page.