1. Legislation: Yes You can!

2. Legislation Definition
Legislation is a law or body of laws enacted by a governing body.
For our purposes, we do not write “laws”, however, we do have guidelines or “rules” in our constitution that must be followed.

3. Writing Legislation Four stages: Thinking stage Writing stage
Formal stage
Final stage

4. Thinking Stage Step #1: Step #2:
So: What is the project or activity you are suggesting?
Step #2:
Because: Why do you want to do this activity? Try to give as many reasons as possible!

5. Writing Stage Step #3: Step #4:
So: Write down what you want to do. Be as specific as possible without giving it away.
Step #4:
Because: Write down all the reasons for the project or activity. The best reason should be listed last.

6. Formal Stage Step #5: Step #6:
So: The “so” now becomes “therefore, be it resolved”.
Step #6:
Because: The “because” now becomes “whereas”.

7. Final Stage Step #7: Step #8:
Whereas is listed first, with the weakest points at the top and the strongest near the bottom.
Step #8:
Therefore, be it resolved is listed last. This point should be essentially, the “bottom line”.

8. Use the Legislation How-To Worksheet
Practice Time!
Use the Legislation How-To Worksheet

9. You Now Know How To Write Legislation
The End!
You Now Know How To Write Legislation