MAPL 645 Legislative Process and the Model Legislature

MAPL 668 provides students with a highly interactive learning experience that will prepare them to work in or with the legislative process. Through mock committee hearings and floor sessions, students will role play as state legislators, legislative staff and lobbyists, bringing to life the rules of legislative process and parliamentary procedure. Coaching, support and feedback from current and former state legislators and legislative staff will assist students in developing the skills needed to participate in a real legislative setting, whether as staff, as a legislator or as an outside advocate. The course culminates in students hosting and serving as legislative staff for the two-day Metro State Model Legislature, in which a diverse group of area high school and community college students will participate as state legislators.