explore a US Senate hearing on a public health issue

In this assignment, you will explore a US Senate hearing on a public health issue. (https://www.help.senate.gov/hearings/)

Go to Hearings and select a recorded hearing pertaining to a public health issue. Respond to the following:

Discuss the health problem being presented in the hearing and why is it important for politicians to address this problem through policy.

Summarize the results of the hearing.

Who are the key players and the presenters, and what are the issues raised and the outcomes?

Who are the key stakeholders and how will the development of a policy impact each stakeholder?

What are some of the limitations of government decision making and financing of the proposed policy?

Comment on the postings of at least two peers.

Evaluation Criteria:

Discussed a public health issue being presented during a US Senate hearing. Identified the key stakeholders and the impact of the proposed policy on each.

Discussed the limitations of the government in developing the proposed policy.

Justified your answers with appropriate research and reasoning.

Commented on the postings of at least two peers.

By the due date assigned, respond to the assigned discussion question and submit your responses to the appropriate topic in this Discussion Area.

Respond to the assigned question using the lessons and vocabulary found in the readings. Support your answers with examples and research. Your responses should clarify your understanding of the topic. They should be your own, original, and free from plagiarism. Follow the APA format for writing style, spelling and grammar, and citation of sources.