Question

question 1 (multiple choice worth 3 points)
what is the first step in forming public policy for legislators?
voting on bills related to the issue
discussing the bill in committee meetings
getting the idea for a bill on the agenda
having experts give their opinions on the bill

Explanation:

The public policy formation process for legislators starts with setting an agenda, which first requires getting a bill idea onto that agenda. The other options (voting, committee discussion, expert input) occur later in the process after the agenda step.

Answer:

Getting the idea for a bill on the agenda