Describe and discuss the New Jersey legislative process and the difference between the state and assembly versions of the bill.

1. Select a New Jersey Senate or Assembly bill introduced in the 2013-2015 (Requires school districts to provide instruction on awareness of Eating Disorders as part of Core Curriculum Content Standards in Comprehensive Health and Physical Education Bill #: A2636) legislative sessions related to nursing or healthcare. The bill should hold significance for the safety, health and welfare of the public.
2. Prepare a 6 page scholarly paper. (It should APA style, 9 pages total with the cover page, abstract page, 6 pages is the body of the paper and references page) to include the following:
o Describe and discuss the New Jersey legislative process and the difference between the state and assembly versions of the bill.
o Discuss your rationale for choosing this legislation. (During my pediatrics clinical rotation, I witnessed many school-aged children and adolescents in the hospital for eating disorders so I feel this should be implemented.) Describe the impact this legislation will have on the health and welfare of the public. Critically compare and contrast the benefits and limitations of the legislation. Is there a financial impact statement attached to the bill? If so, what are the implications of the financial impact statement?
o Critically discuss your own view and position on this legislation. (I agree with the bill, but I am not good at critically discussing my own view.)
o Discuss how this legislation will impact nurses and the nursing profession.
o In addition, please identify the congressman, state senator and two assembly people from your own district. (Garfield, New Jersey) (Bergen County)