LAW 799 Legislation
Legislative institutions are the cornerstone of American democracy. As the primary, perhaps pre-eminent and most accessible branch of government, legislatures are the avenue through which public policy is considered and becomes law. This course will provide an overview of the legislative process, from the initial stages of developing public policy to enactment of legislation. In addition, we will consider how courts interpret the product of the legislative process and the legitimizing characteristics of legislative institutions.