Draft a government policy document from the materials below. It must be administrable, publicly understandable, and limited to the authority provided. Inputs - Policy problem and intended outcome: [POLICY PROBLEM] - Government body, jurisdiction, and legal authority: [JURISDICTION AND AUTHORITY] - Evidence, data, consultation notes, and constraints: [EVIDENCE AND CONSTRAINTS] - Groups affected and equity considerations: [AFFECTED GROUPS] - Existing policies and required format or approval path: [RELATED POLICIES AND PROCESS] Ask up to 3 clarifying questions only if a required input is missing. Do not invent statutes, regulations, statistics, public consultation, funding, or agency powers. Produce a 900- to 1,200-word policy draft with: title; purpose; scope and definitions; policy statement; eligibility or applicability rules; roles and decision authority; implementation steps; funding and resource assumptions; privacy, records, accessibility, and enforcement provisions; exceptions and appeals; measures of success; review date; and an implementation timeline. Use “must,” “may,” and “should” deliberately: “must” only for enforceable requirements, “may” for discretion, and “should” for guidance. Include a one-page decision record after the draft: problem, options considered, rationale, expected benefits, costs, risks, and unresolved questions. Identify which claims need citation or validation. Before answering, check for conflicts with [RELATED POLICIES AND PROCESS] and test whether the rule has a clear owner, a workable intake path, and a non-discriminatory application. This is a drafting aid, not legal advice; flag items requiring counsel, finance, privacy, procurement, labor, or accessibility review.
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| Placeholder | What to enter | Example |
|---|---|---|
| [POLICY PROBLEM] | Describe the public problem, target outcome, and what the policy should change. | Reduce missed trash collection reports and improve response visibility for residents |
| [JURISDICTION AND AUTHORITY] | Name the government body, geographic scope, and verified legal or administrative authority. | City of Riverton Public Works Department; municipal service authority under City Code chapter 12 |
| [EVIDENCE AND CONSTRAINTS] | Paste the available evidence, budget limits, operational facts, and stakeholder input. | 311 data shows 18% of reports lack location detail; no new staff in FY27; resident advisory meeting notes |
| [AFFECTED GROUPS] | List affected residents, businesses, staff, and groups that may face different impacts. | Residents, apartment building managers, sanitation crews, non-English speakers, residents without smartphones |
| [RELATED POLICIES AND PROCESS] | Provide existing policies, governing documents, templates, and the required approval process. | 311 privacy policy, records retention schedule, council committee review template |
How to use
- Paste actual authority and existing policy text before asking for a draft.
- Check every mandatory rule has an owner, an intake method, and a record of the decision.
- Verify costs, service targets, and data claims against the original evidence.
- Follow up with: “Convert the implementation section into a 90-day owner-by-owner workplan.”
Variations
Public consultation
Use when preparing a neutral consultation paper before a policy decision.
Prepare a public consultation paper about [POLICY ISSUE] for [JURISDICTION]. Use [EVIDENCE], [OPTIONS], and [LEGAL CONSTRAINTS]. Write a 700-word plain-language overview, then five neutral consultation questions and a response form outline. Explain what is decided, what remains open, who may be affected, and how comments will be used. Do not claim public support or legal authority not supplied. Flag accessibility, translation, and privacy requirements needing confirmation.
Policy brief
Use when leaders need an options-focused decision memo.
Write a decision brief for [DECISION MAKER] on [POLICY PROBLEM]. Use [EVIDENCE], [CURRENT RULES], [BUDGET LIMIT], and [OPTIONS]. Produce two pages: recommendation context, a comparison of three options, implementation implications, risks, and a requested decision. Separate facts from assumptions and identify missing data. Do not invent cost estimates or stakeholder views. Include a short list of reviewers required before adoption.
Implementation protocol
Use after policy approval to turn requirements into operations.
Turn [APPROVED POLICY] into an implementation protocol for [IMPLEMENTING TEAM]. Use [SYSTEMS AND STAFFING], [DEADLINES], and [RELATED PROCEDURES]. Provide a phased checklist, RACI-style responsibility table, intake and exception workflow, staff training requirements, records to retain, and monthly measures. Identify any policy clause that cannot be implemented with the listed resources. Do not change policy requirements without flagging the issue.
Tips
- Write definitions before exceptions; undefined terms create inconsistent frontline decisions.
- Separate a policy requirement from the operating procedure that carries it out, since the two often have different approval paths.
- Build an appeal or correction route whenever a policy determines access to a service, benefit, permit, or enforcement action.
- Use disaggregated impact checks where lawful and available; an average result can conceal a material burden on one group.
FAQ
Can AI cite laws and regulations for a policy?
It can format citations you provide, but legal authority should be verified against official sources and reviewed by counsel.
How long should a government policy be?
Length follows the approving body's template. The operational rules need enough detail for consistent administration, while procedures can sit separately.
Should the draft include a review date?
Usually yes, especially for new programs, pilots, or policies relying on uncertain funding or evidence.