Policy Engagement Plan -
For this written assignment assume you work for a trade association, advocacy group, or provider/payer organization. The board of directors has decided to develop a plan for engaging with policymakers on issues relevant to the organization. You have been tasked with providing a brief summary of the policymaking process and suggestions for organizational engagement. Your document will be used as the basis for the organization's emerging advocacy strategy. As you write the document, consider a policy problem or issue your organization is facing. (OK to use the same problem used in your issue statements/solution analysis) The document should include three sections:
Section 1: Provide a brief description of the issue or problem and the outcomes your organization hopes to achieve by engaging in the policy process
Section 2: A broad overview of the policymaking process. This section should include a discussion of both the legislative and rulemaking process. Given the nature of the issue your organization is concerned about, you may choose to emphasize either the legislative or rulemaking process.
Section 3: Suggestions for your organization's engagement in the policy process. Here you are building on section 2 by applying your understanding of the policy process to an organization's advocacy strategy. Recognize that your organization will not engage in all aspects of the policy process, but instead will intentionally choose to participate in a select group of activities focused your specific issue.