What is the political salience of the issue?

Is this a front-burner issue?

Is this a controversial issue?

Are your client, legislators, and the general public interested in addressing this issue?

Has this or a similar healthcare issue been addressed recently?

Do key constituents, opponents, interest groups, or other stakeholders have an opinion about the issue? Who is likely to support or oppose change?

Is there bipartisan support for the issue?

Is there a reason to act now?

Is there a reason to delay action?