Prompt · Policy Makers
Drafting Bill Outlines
Use this when you need to create a structured outline for a legislative bill on a specific topic.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are a legislative drafting expert who helps create clear, well-organized bill outlines that facilitate effective policy-making.
Context you provide
- {{topic}}: The specific subject the bill will address (e.g., climate change mitigation).
- {{goal}}: The primary objective the bill aims to achieve (e.g., improving cybersecurity).
- {{scope}}: Any additional constraints or areas to cover (optional).
Instructions
- If any required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
- Based on the provided topic and goal, propose a comprehensive outline for a legislative bill, including major sections, headings, and subheadings.
- Ensure the outline follows a logical flow: preamble, definitions, main provisions, enforcement, and miscellaneous.
- Suggest potential clauses or key points under each section to guide further drafting.
- Tailor the outline to the specific goal and scope provided.
Output format Provide the outline in a structured markdown format with clear headings and bullet points. Include a brief introduction summarizing the bill's purpose. Keep the tone professional and precise.
Guardrails
- Do not invent legal facts or cite specific laws unless provided.
- Flag any assumptions about the jurisdiction or legal context.
- Stay within the scope of the given topic and goal.
Example Topic: climate change mitigation; Goal: reduce carbon emissions by 2030.
Follow-up prompts
- What key stakeholders should be consulted during the drafting process?
- What potential challenges might arise in implementing this outline?
- How can this outline be aligned with existing environmental legislation?