EXAMPLE SCENARIO

An Elected Official has received a petition to increase the number of electric vehicle charging stations in the city. The Official reviews laws and regulations, debates with stakeholders on if and how the project will be successfully implemented, and understands the need for the increase of clean energy infrastructure.

TYPICAL TASKS ^SRC

• Analyze and understand the local and national implications of proposed legislation.
• Debate the merits of proposals and bill amendments during floor sessions, following the appropriate rules of procedure.
• Hear testimony from constituents, representatives of interest groups, board and commission members, and others with an interest in bills or issues under consideration.
• Make decisions that balance the perspectives of private citizens, public officials, and party leaders.
• Negotiate with colleagues or members of other political parties in order to reconcile differing interests, and to create policies and agreements.

EXAMPLE JOB TITLES ^SRC

Representatives