Legislation and Legislative Process
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Overview
Subject area
LAW
Catalog Number
747
Course Title
Legislation and Legislative Process
Department(s)
Description
Examining the legislature as a legal institution, the course explores its law-making function as both complementary to and independent of the courts and the executive branch. While focusing on the role of the public interest lawyer, students investigate the legislative process, including technical requirements for researching, drafting, and submitting bills. The course text, which follows the enactment, amendment and judicial interpretation of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, provides a rich opportunity for understanding the dynamics of legislative drafting, politics, policy, social context, and the implementation of law.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Law
Liberal Arts
No
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3