Running head S.1494-SECURE AND PROTECT ACT OF 20191S.1494-S.docxtodd521
Running head: S.1494-SECURE AND PROTECT ACT OF 20191
S.1494-SECURE AND PROTECT ACT OF 20193
S.1494-Secure and Protect Act Of 2019
Student’s Name
Institutional Affiliation
S.1494-Secure and Protect Act of 2019
Problem ID and
Solution
President Donald Trump has not provided a roadmap for re-establishing the U.S. refugee and asylum systems. The refugee crisis is an international issue, and the U.S. should embrace becoming a global humanitarian leader on the disaster. In response, a S.1494-Secure and Protect Act of 2019 bill aims to prevent and respond to the U.S. government’s decisions and tries to close the U.S. openings for refugees and asylum-seekers (S. 1494 — 116th Congress, 2019). The bill will ensure the amendment of the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 to shield alien juveniles. Also, a review of the Immigration and Nationality Act will ensure no more oppression of the asylum-seekers system as well as building refugee application and clearance bodies outside the country. It gives a vision for responding to the global refugee crisis as well as restoring the U.S. humanitarian lost glory under Donald Trump. Senator Graham Lindsey of South Carolina introduced the bill on May 15, 2019, in Congress.
CAN Analysis
Biblical Guidelines
Efforts to undermine the country's programs for refugees and asylum is an injustice issue. The government is always responsible for the safeguarding the rights of refugees and asylum-seekers according to the fundamental right for refugees which is the right not to be subject to oppression, established in Article 33 of the 1951 Convention (Erickson, 2019). The biblical teachings provide guidelines in evaluation of the U.S. government's refugee issues, Muslim ban, and the border wall (McDowell, 2008). The Bible brings out an obligation to treat strangers with dignity and hospitality. In Deuteronomy 23:15-16, the Bible says, "You shall not hand over to his master a slave who has escaped from his master to you…" Also, Acts 18:2 says, "And he found a Jew named Aquila, a native of Pontus, recently having come from Italy with his wife Priscilla because Claudius had commanded all the Jews to leave Rome," “Fincham, 2018). As per Scriptures, it is a government's responsibility to protect the rights and interests of refugees and asylum-seekers.
The Constitutional Guidelines
The Refugee Act of 1980 passed in the Congress in the United States gives legal grounds for the current U.S. Refugee Admission Program. President Jimmy Carter signed the Act into legislation on March 17, 1980. The law provides a permanent and systematic process for admitting refugees of particular humanitarian interest to the U.S. and offers comprehensive and equal provisions for the immediate absorption and resettlement of refugees and asylum.
Political
The bill is at its introduction stage and was tabled in the Senate on May 15, 2019. It was read two times in the Senate and presented to t.
Running head S.1494-SECURE AND PROTECT ACT OF 20191S.1494-S.docxjeanettehully
Running head: S.1494-SECURE AND PROTECT ACT OF 20191
S.1494-SECURE AND PROTECT ACT OF 20193
S.1494-Secure and Protect Act Of 2019
Student’s Name
Institutional Affiliation
S.1494-Secure and Protect Act of 2019
Problem ID and
Solution
President Donald Trump has not provided a roadmap for re-establishing the U.S. refugee and asylum systems. The refugee crisis is an international issue, and the U.S. should embrace becoming a global humanitarian leader on the disaster. In response, a S.1494-Secure and Protect Act of 2019 bill aims to prevent and respond to the U.S. government’s decisions and tries to close the U.S. openings for refugees and asylum-seekers (S. 1494 — 116th Congress, 2019). The bill will ensure the amendment of the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 to shield alien juveniles. Also, a review of the Immigration and Nationality Act will ensure no more oppression of the asylum-seekers system as well as building refugee application and clearance bodies outside the country. It gives a vision for responding to the global refugee crisis as well as restoring the U.S. humanitarian lost glory under Donald Trump. Senator Graham Lindsey of South Carolina introduced the bill on May 15, 2019, in Congress.
CAN Analysis
Biblical Guidelines
Efforts to undermine the country's programs for refugees and asylum is an injustice issue. The government is always responsible for the safeguarding the rights of refugees and asylum-seekers according to the fundamental right for refugees which is the right not to be subject to oppression, established in Article 33 of the 1951 Convention (Erickson, 2019). The biblical teachings provide guidelines in evaluation of the U.S. government's refugee issues, Muslim ban, and the border wall (McDowell, 2008). The Bible brings out an obligation to treat strangers with dignity and hospitality. In Deuteronomy 23:15-16, the Bible says, "You shall not hand over to his master a slave who has escaped from his master to you…" Also, Acts 18:2 says, "And he found a Jew named Aquila, a native of Pontus, recently having come from Italy with his wife Priscilla because Claudius had commanded all the Jews to leave Rome," “Fincham, 2018). As per Scriptures, it is a government's responsibility to protect the rights and interests of refugees and asylum-seekers.
The Constitutional Guidelines
The Refugee Act of 1980 passed in the Congress in the United States gives legal grounds for the current U.S. Refugee Admission Program. President Jimmy Carter signed the Act into legislation on March 17, 1980. The law provides a permanent and systematic process for admitting refugees of particular humanitarian interest to the U.S. and offers comprehensive and equal provisions for the immediate absorption and resettlement of refugees and asylum.
Political
The bill is at its introduction stage and was tabled in the Senate on May 15, 2019. It was read two times in the Senate and presented to t ...
Surname 1
Surname 8
Student’s Name
Course Name
25 February, 2013
American Immigration Policy and Legislation
The United States Senate prepared a bill in the year 2007 meant to address the problem of illegal immigrants and those that were not documented (Kenny 92). The bill aimed at tightening border security and later opening a path for immigrants to acquire citizenship. Since then, immigration policy and legislation in the United States of America has risen, and many debates have been witnessed. Immigration is such a sensitive issue in the politics of the United States of America requiring proper legislation procedures to be formulated. History shows that most people living in America are descendants of immigrants or slaves who migrated to the country in the course of last 400 years. This excludes the Native Americans who are considered as original people who lived in the U.S.
In former times, the government of U.S. allowed the immigrants to settle in an expanded territory. This was later changed by the outbreak of civil wars that required from each state to enact immigration laws. Most of the early initial immigration laws were introduced to control the composition of the general United States population. Several policies and laws of immigration to U.S. were passed by the Congress. Consequently, the concerns about border security increased, and immigration laws were further shifted to address the issue. This paper explores deeply the American legislation and policies of immigration. In particular, the introduction of reforms in immigration department by President Obama takes the center of the discussion with focus on the new bill yet to be presented to the Congress.
Policy and Legislation of U.S. Immigration
The White House currently has plans of implementing new immigration policies while considering the need to reinforce the existing immigration laws as proposed by the Republicans. The three major proposals circulating in the U.S. Congress now are based on border security, possible path for an immigrant to become a legal U.S. citizen, and special status of agricultural workers. President Obama together with Democrats and some Republicans in the Congress is currently working on an immigration bill incorporating all the three issues. The matter has caused debates among the Republicans and Democrats extending to the whole nation. The need to reinforce the existing laws and enact new ones was the main subject in these debates. As a result, the legislators formed a committee to review and suggest proper immigration laws.
Possible Path to Citizenship for Unauthorized Workers Residing in the U.S.
The government of the USA is reviewing the possibility to enact a new immigration law seeking to allow illegitimate immigrants currently staying in the country to become legitimate citizens. The bill gives a clear timeline of 8 years for an immigrant to become a United States citizen. The estimated eleven million immigrants are expected to receive ...
Running head S.1494-SECURE AND PROTECT ACT OF 20191S.1494-S.docxtodd521
Running head: S.1494-SECURE AND PROTECT ACT OF 20191
S.1494-SECURE AND PROTECT ACT OF 20193
S.1494-Secure and Protect Act Of 2019
Student’s Name
Institutional Affiliation
S.1494-Secure and Protect Act of 2019
Problem ID and
Solution
President Donald Trump has not provided a roadmap for re-establishing the U.S. refugee and asylum systems. The refugee crisis is an international issue, and the U.S. should embrace becoming a global humanitarian leader on the disaster. In response, a S.1494-Secure and Protect Act of 2019 bill aims to prevent and respond to the U.S. government’s decisions and tries to close the U.S. openings for refugees and asylum-seekers (S. 1494 — 116th Congress, 2019). The bill will ensure the amendment of the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 to shield alien juveniles. Also, a review of the Immigration and Nationality Act will ensure no more oppression of the asylum-seekers system as well as building refugee application and clearance bodies outside the country. It gives a vision for responding to the global refugee crisis as well as restoring the U.S. humanitarian lost glory under Donald Trump. Senator Graham Lindsey of South Carolina introduced the bill on May 15, 2019, in Congress.
CAN Analysis
Biblical Guidelines
Efforts to undermine the country's programs for refugees and asylum is an injustice issue. The government is always responsible for the safeguarding the rights of refugees and asylum-seekers according to the fundamental right for refugees which is the right not to be subject to oppression, established in Article 33 of the 1951 Convention (Erickson, 2019). The biblical teachings provide guidelines in evaluation of the U.S. government's refugee issues, Muslim ban, and the border wall (McDowell, 2008). The Bible brings out an obligation to treat strangers with dignity and hospitality. In Deuteronomy 23:15-16, the Bible says, "You shall not hand over to his master a slave who has escaped from his master to you…" Also, Acts 18:2 says, "And he found a Jew named Aquila, a native of Pontus, recently having come from Italy with his wife Priscilla because Claudius had commanded all the Jews to leave Rome," “Fincham, 2018). As per Scriptures, it is a government's responsibility to protect the rights and interests of refugees and asylum-seekers.
The Constitutional Guidelines
The Refugee Act of 1980 passed in the Congress in the United States gives legal grounds for the current U.S. Refugee Admission Program. President Jimmy Carter signed the Act into legislation on March 17, 1980. The law provides a permanent and systematic process for admitting refugees of particular humanitarian interest to the U.S. and offers comprehensive and equal provisions for the immediate absorption and resettlement of refugees and asylum.
Political
The bill is at its introduction stage and was tabled in the Senate on May 15, 2019. It was read two times in the Senate and presented to t.
Running head S.1494-SECURE AND PROTECT ACT OF 20191S.1494-S.docxjeanettehully
Running head: S.1494-SECURE AND PROTECT ACT OF 20191
S.1494-SECURE AND PROTECT ACT OF 20193
S.1494-Secure and Protect Act Of 2019
Student’s Name
Institutional Affiliation
S.1494-Secure and Protect Act of 2019
Problem ID and
Solution
President Donald Trump has not provided a roadmap for re-establishing the U.S. refugee and asylum systems. The refugee crisis is an international issue, and the U.S. should embrace becoming a global humanitarian leader on the disaster. In response, a S.1494-Secure and Protect Act of 2019 bill aims to prevent and respond to the U.S. government’s decisions and tries to close the U.S. openings for refugees and asylum-seekers (S. 1494 — 116th Congress, 2019). The bill will ensure the amendment of the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 to shield alien juveniles. Also, a review of the Immigration and Nationality Act will ensure no more oppression of the asylum-seekers system as well as building refugee application and clearance bodies outside the country. It gives a vision for responding to the global refugee crisis as well as restoring the U.S. humanitarian lost glory under Donald Trump. Senator Graham Lindsey of South Carolina introduced the bill on May 15, 2019, in Congress.
CAN Analysis
Biblical Guidelines
Efforts to undermine the country's programs for refugees and asylum is an injustice issue. The government is always responsible for the safeguarding the rights of refugees and asylum-seekers according to the fundamental right for refugees which is the right not to be subject to oppression, established in Article 33 of the 1951 Convention (Erickson, 2019). The biblical teachings provide guidelines in evaluation of the U.S. government's refugee issues, Muslim ban, and the border wall (McDowell, 2008). The Bible brings out an obligation to treat strangers with dignity and hospitality. In Deuteronomy 23:15-16, the Bible says, "You shall not hand over to his master a slave who has escaped from his master to you…" Also, Acts 18:2 says, "And he found a Jew named Aquila, a native of Pontus, recently having come from Italy with his wife Priscilla because Claudius had commanded all the Jews to leave Rome," “Fincham, 2018). As per Scriptures, it is a government's responsibility to protect the rights and interests of refugees and asylum-seekers.
The Constitutional Guidelines
The Refugee Act of 1980 passed in the Congress in the United States gives legal grounds for the current U.S. Refugee Admission Program. President Jimmy Carter signed the Act into legislation on March 17, 1980. The law provides a permanent and systematic process for admitting refugees of particular humanitarian interest to the U.S. and offers comprehensive and equal provisions for the immediate absorption and resettlement of refugees and asylum.
Political
The bill is at its introduction stage and was tabled in the Senate on May 15, 2019. It was read two times in the Senate and presented to t ...
Surname 1
Surname 8
Student’s Name
Course Name
25 February, 2013
American Immigration Policy and Legislation
The United States Senate prepared a bill in the year 2007 meant to address the problem of illegal immigrants and those that were not documented (Kenny 92). The bill aimed at tightening border security and later opening a path for immigrants to acquire citizenship. Since then, immigration policy and legislation in the United States of America has risen, and many debates have been witnessed. Immigration is such a sensitive issue in the politics of the United States of America requiring proper legislation procedures to be formulated. History shows that most people living in America are descendants of immigrants or slaves who migrated to the country in the course of last 400 years. This excludes the Native Americans who are considered as original people who lived in the U.S.
In former times, the government of U.S. allowed the immigrants to settle in an expanded territory. This was later changed by the outbreak of civil wars that required from each state to enact immigration laws. Most of the early initial immigration laws were introduced to control the composition of the general United States population. Several policies and laws of immigration to U.S. were passed by the Congress. Consequently, the concerns about border security increased, and immigration laws were further shifted to address the issue. This paper explores deeply the American legislation and policies of immigration. In particular, the introduction of reforms in immigration department by President Obama takes the center of the discussion with focus on the new bill yet to be presented to the Congress.
Policy and Legislation of U.S. Immigration
The White House currently has plans of implementing new immigration policies while considering the need to reinforce the existing immigration laws as proposed by the Republicans. The three major proposals circulating in the U.S. Congress now are based on border security, possible path for an immigrant to become a legal U.S. citizen, and special status of agricultural workers. President Obama together with Democrats and some Republicans in the Congress is currently working on an immigration bill incorporating all the three issues. The matter has caused debates among the Republicans and Democrats extending to the whole nation. The need to reinforce the existing laws and enact new ones was the main subject in these debates. As a result, the legislators formed a committee to review and suggest proper immigration laws.
Possible Path to Citizenship for Unauthorized Workers Residing in the U.S.
The government of the USA is reviewing the possibility to enact a new immigration law seeking to allow illegitimate immigrants currently staying in the country to become legitimate citizens. The bill gives a clear timeline of 8 years for an immigrant to become a United States citizen. The estimated eleven million immigrants are expected to receive ...
California PoliticsAn Introduction with Suggested Online Resourc.docxhacksoni
California Politics
An Introduction with Suggested Online Resources
By George Gastil
Prologue
Consider the lives of these three people:
A single mother is raising two young children. One of them has a serious illness and needs medical treatment. Her job pays enough for her to feed her children and rent an apartment, but she does not have health insurance.
An 18-year old student graduates from high school. She is not sure what she wants to do for a living, but she is pretty sure it will involve a college education.
A young couple is looking for a home. They both recently got jobs in downtown San Diego, but they really want to live away from the big city.
These people all have something in common. Each of them is likely to benefit from decisions made by our state government.
The single mother might be eligible for health insurance programs that are funded largely by the state. Even without health insurance, she could bring her child to a county hospital emergency room.
The young student can attend any community college in the state for only $36/unit, just a tiny fraction of the real cost of her education. She also might be able to attend one of the campuses of the California State University or the University of California, where the tuition is higher but the state is still paying a large share of every student’s education.
The young couple will end up living in one of a variety of communities that have been developed according to state and local guidelines. If the community was well planned it will have schools, parks, a library, and other things people value. To get to work they will either drive on state funded roads or use state funded public transportation systems.
State government has a tremendous effect on our daily lives, whether we realize it or not. I think more people need to understand what our state government does and how we can work to make our state more effective. I hope you find this introduction helpful.
Overview of California Government and Politics
A. State government—legislative, executive and judicial.
B. Local government: cities, counties and regional governments.
C. School Boards, Colleges and Universities
D. Special Districts
E. State/Federal Relations
F. Public Policy Issues; Special Public Policy Focus on Education
G. Elections: Voters and Candidates
H. Interest Groups: Political Action and Lobbying
I. Political Philosophies
A. California’s State Government—legislative, executive and judicial
When people think of California’s government, they usually think of the three branches of statewide governance: the state legislature, the executive branch, and the state courts. Our state government actually includes many entities, such as counties, cities, school boards, and water districts. We also have regulatory agencies that are appointed rather than elected, such as the State Lands Commission and the California Environmental Protection Agency. All of these bodies ultimately get their po.
California PoliticsAn Introduction with Suggested Online Resourc.docxhacksoni
California Politics
An Introduction with Suggested Online Resources
By George Gastil
Prologue
Consider the lives of these three people:
A single mother is raising two young children. One of them has a serious illness and needs medical treatment. Her job pays enough for her to feed her children and rent an apartment, but she does not have health insurance.
An 18-year old student graduates from high school. She is not sure what she wants to do for a living, but she is pretty sure it will involve a college education.
A young couple is looking for a home. They both recently got jobs in downtown San Diego, but they really want to live away from the big city.
These people all have something in common. Each of them is likely to benefit from decisions made by our state government.
The single mother might be eligible for health insurance programs that are funded largely by the state. Even without health insurance, she could bring her child to a county hospital emergency room.
The young student can attend any community college in the state for only $36/unit, just a tiny fraction of the real cost of her education. She also might be able to attend one of the campuses of the California State University or the University of California, where the tuition is higher but the state is still paying a large share of every student’s education.
The young couple will end up living in one of a variety of communities that have been developed according to state and local guidelines. If the community was well planned it will have schools, parks, a library, and other things people value. To get to work they will either drive on state funded roads or use state funded public transportation systems.
State government has a tremendous effect on our daily lives, whether we realize it or not. I think more people need to understand what our state government does and how we can work to make our state more effective. I hope you find this introduction helpful.
Overview of California Government and Politics
A. State government—legislative, executive and judicial.
B. Local government: cities, counties and regional governments.
C. School Boards, Colleges and Universities
D. Special Districts
E. State/Federal Relations
F. Public Policy Issues; Special Public Policy Focus on Education
G. Elections: Voters and Candidates
H. Interest Groups: Political Action and Lobbying
I. Political Philosophies
A. California’s State Government—legislative, executive and judicial
When people think of California’s government, they usually think of the three branches of statewide governance: the state legislature, the executive branch, and the state courts. Our state government actually includes many entities, such as counties, cities, school boards, and water districts. We also have regulatory agencies that are appointed rather than elected, such as the State Lands Commission and the California Environmental Protection Agency. All of these bodies ultimately get their po.
Diversity on Wall Street: Where are the women decision makers?Stacey Troup
a case study on the failure of Wall Street to vastly recognize women as viable solutions to portfolio management and other high-profile positions that are predominantly held by men.
WINDING UP of COMPANY, Modes of DissolutionKHURRAMWALI
Winding up, also known as liquidation, refers to the legal and financial process of dissolving a company. It involves ceasing operations, selling assets, settling debts, and ultimately removing the company from the official business registry.
Here's a breakdown of the key aspects of winding up:
Reasons for Winding Up:
Insolvency: This is the most common reason, where the company cannot pay its debts. Creditors may initiate a compulsory winding up to recover their dues.
Voluntary Closure: The owners may decide to close the company due to reasons like reaching business goals, facing losses, or merging with another company.
Deadlock: If shareholders or directors cannot agree on how to run the company, a court may order a winding up.
Types of Winding Up:
Voluntary Winding Up: This is initiated by the company's shareholders through a resolution passed by a majority vote. There are two main types:
Members' Voluntary Winding Up: The company is solvent (has enough assets to pay off its debts) and shareholders will receive any remaining assets after debts are settled.
Creditors' Voluntary Winding Up: The company is insolvent and creditors will be prioritized in receiving payment from the sale of assets.
Compulsory Winding Up: This is initiated by a court order, typically at the request of creditors, government agencies, or even by the company itself if it's insolvent.
Process of Winding Up:
Appointment of Liquidator: A qualified professional is appointed to oversee the winding-up process. They are responsible for selling assets, paying off debts, and distributing any remaining funds.
Cease Trading: The company stops its regular business operations.
Notification of Creditors: Creditors are informed about the winding up and invited to submit their claims.
Sale of Assets: The company's assets are sold to generate cash to pay off creditors.
Payment of Debts: Creditors are paid according to a set order of priority, with secured creditors receiving payment before unsecured creditors.
Distribution to Shareholders: If there are any remaining funds after all debts are settled, they are distributed to shareholders according to their ownership stake.
Dissolution: Once all claims are settled and distributions made, the company is officially dissolved and removed from the business register.
Impact of Winding Up:
Employees: Employees will likely lose their jobs during the winding-up process.
Creditors: Creditors may not recover their debts in full, especially if the company is insolvent.
Shareholders: Shareholders may not receive any payout if the company's debts exceed its assets.
Winding up is a complex legal and financial process that can have significant consequences for all parties involved. It's important to seek professional legal and financial advice when considering winding up a company.
NATURE, ORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT OF INTERNATIONAL LAW.pptxanvithaav
These slides helps the student of international law to understand what is the nature of international law? and how international law was originated and developed?.
The slides was well structured along with the highlighted points for better understanding .
Military Commissions details LtCol Thomas Jasper as Detailed Defense CounselThomas (Tom) Jasper
Military Commissions Trial Judiciary, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Notice of the Chief Defense Counsel's detailing of LtCol Thomas F. Jasper, Jr. USMC, as Detailed Defense Counsel for Abd Al Hadi Al-Iraqi on 6 August 2014 in the case of United States v. Hadi al Iraqi (10026)
ALL EYES ON RAFAH BUT WHY Explain more.pdf46adnanshahzad
All eyes on Rafah: But why?. The Rafah border crossing, a crucial point between Egypt and the Gaza Strip, often finds itself at the center of global attention. As we explore the significance of Rafah, we’ll uncover why all eyes are on Rafah and the complexities surrounding this pivotal region.
INTRODUCTION
What makes Rafah so significant that it captures global attention? The phrase ‘All eyes are on Rafah’ resonates not just with those in the region but with people worldwide who recognize its strategic, humanitarian, and political importance. In this guide, we will delve into the factors that make Rafah a focal point for international interest, examining its historical context, humanitarian challenges, and political dimensions.
How to Obtain Permanent Residency in the NetherlandsBridgeWest.eu
You can rely on our assistance if you are ready to apply for permanent residency. Find out more at: https://immigration-netherlands.com/obtain-a-permanent-residence-permit-in-the-netherlands/.
The Main Procedures for Obtaining Cypriot Citizenship
Bill Overview.docx
1. October 31, 2021
Stacey Troup
Principles of Regulatory Law (619-702)
Texas A&M School of Law
Subject: Review of H.R.1: For the People Act of 2021
Week 2 Assignment:
This assignment is designed to give a greater understanding of an existing Bill before congress
and the specific aspects of the bill. For this assignment, I chose H.R.1: For the People Act of
2021 which was introduced by John Sarbanes (D-MD3) with co-sponsor Zoe Lofgren (D-CA19)
followed by 222 co-sponsors of the Democratic Party on February 5, 2021, making it a
Democratic Partisan Bill.
The Bill, on its face, was designed as a reform to historical voting guidelines and interferences
following the uprising in states like Georgia where voter suppression came to the forefront. The
bill aimed to provide visibility into election integrity and security while simultaneously
addressing campaign financing and ethics within the three branches of government. In addition,
the bill attempts to provider greater voter access, expanded same-day voter registration while
protecting against removal from voter rolls.
Targeting, at the candidate level, the donations from foreign nationals while lifting the veil of
secrecy around campaign finance and the fundraising habits of candidates with ties to foreign
nationals who may interfere in the electoral process, the bill ends its overview with a catch-all
option of requiring all those serving at the President, Vice President and “certain candidate”
levels to disclose and/or release 10 years of tax returns, which likely was the final straw for
Republicans who might have viewed this as a direct attack against President Trump who refuses
to release such information or who refused to give up his position on a for-profit company during
his tenure, which is also addressed in the overview of the Bill.
Previous version of the Bill includes H.R.1(116th) and S.R.1 is also a related bill. H.R.1 (116th)
was introduced on January 3, 2019 and was killed in a previous Congress. It was passed by the
House on March 8, 2019, but never passed Senate. The bill did not pass but provisions of the bill
were included in the current H.R.1 bill which are currently assigned to several committees
including House Armed Services; House Education and Labor; House Ethics; House Financial
Services; House Homeland Security; House House Administration; House Oversight and
Reform; House Science, Space, and Technology (R&T); House Judiciary; House Ways and
Means; and House Permanent Select Intelligence where House Committee Chairs decide if the
bill will move past the Committee stage in its current draft form. The Bill was voted on by
House on March 3, 2021, where it passed in a 220/210 victory. The current prognosis for
passing into Law are only 3% likely due to the republican control in Congress and their lack of
support for the Bill. S.1 was sponsored by Jeff Merkley and is reported as same title as our
reviewed bill. It was Ordered Reported on August 11, 2021. This bill and its Order Reported
2. status give it a greater chance of making it out of Committee. The S.1 bill is with the United
States Congress as of today’s date.
Civil penalties including fines of $100,000.00 and a prison term of up to five years are included
in the documentation for violating H.R.1 should it pass into law and are broken down based on
the degree of guilt or attachment to civil penalty that may be determined and applied. The bill is
geared at reporting and giving clarity to financial contributions for elections or re-election
campaigns while promoting ethics. No implication of financial burden is found within the bill at
present. The Bill is currently in its amended state and in appropriations/Committees for
consideration of passing. No further information is available regarding the status of this Bill
currently.
