Bill Overview
Title: For the relief of Oli Mohammed.
Description: Provides for the relief of Oli Mohammed.
Sponsors: Rep. Garcia, Sylvia R. [D-TX-29]
Target Audience
Population: People impacted by the relief of Oli Mohammed
Estimated Size: 1
- The bill is titled 'For the relief of Oli Mohammed', indicating it is specifically intended to assist an individual named Oli Mohammed.
- Relief bills typically provide some form of legal, financial, or immigration assistance to the named individual.
- Unless explicitly stated otherwise, such private bills typically affect only the named individual rather than a broader population.
Reasoning
- The policy specifically targets an individual named Oli Mohammed, therefore, it directly impacts only one person.
- The surrounding population likely experiences no direct impact from this policy, as it is a private bill without provisions affecting others.
- The budget is relatively small and allocated over 10 years, further indicating its individual-specific nature.
- The wellbeing of other people in the US is unlikely to change as this policy does not broadly apply to them.
- We will simulate the perspectives of people from different backgrounds to gauge their opinions on the policy's fairness and necessity, rather than direct impact on their lives.
Simulated Interviews
Teacher (New York, NY)
Age: 34 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It seems fair to provide assistance to those in need if their situation warrants it.
- I think more transparency would be nice to understand why specific individuals are chosen.
- Overall, it doesn't affect me, but I support efforts that help people in genuine need.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Software Engineer (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 28 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I understand these policies are sometimes necessary, but they seem quite rare.
- I'd be interested to know why this person is receiving aid, just out of curiosity.
- It's important to ensure fairness and that funds are used properly.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Immigration Lawyer (Houston, TX)
Age: 52 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Private bills like these are crucial for certain immigration relief cases.
- I've dealt with cases where legal strategies like this were last resort options.
- It seems fair if the circumstances truly warrant the aid.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Small Business Owner (Miami, FL)
Age: 40 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I generally support helping individuals through tough situations but prefer knowing more context.
- As a taxpayer, it's nice to know how funds are allocated, even in small amounts.
- Doesn’t impact my business or personal wellbeing, but keeping a check on these allocations matters.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Retired (Chicago, IL)
Age: 65 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- My experience tells me that these bills can be life-changing for the individual involved.
- Community support often drives these initiatives, ensuring genuine need.
- Supporting vulnerable individuals, even through individual actions, aligns with our social values.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Accountant (Phoenix, AZ)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- From a financial perspective, the policy's budget is minor, almost negligible on a larger scale.
- I understand its necessity when aimed at addressing specific hardships faced by individuals.
- Transparency in selection criteria would help public trust.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Graduate Student (Seattle, WA)
Age: 30 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- These policies raise questions about equity and who benefits from public funds.
- They serve a purpose, but I'd like to see comprehensive evaluations on their impact.
- Education on such policies should be more widespread to understand their importance and function.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Public Health Worker (Philadelphia, PA)
Age: 55 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's crucial these actions are rooted in genuine needs and urgencies.
- We often handle cases where such bills could prevent unnecessary hardship.
- While the policy doesn’t affect me, similar future policies might warrant wider consideration.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Journalist (Atlanta, GA)
Age: 29 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I've covered stories where such interventions were direly needed.
- While private, policies like these shed light on broader systemic issues needing public discourse.
- As a journalist, more clarity aids in better reporting and understanding.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Human Resources Manager (Denver, CO)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- As HR, I focus on fairness, and these policies often raise questions of eligibility and need.
- I believe in case-by-case assistance as long as it's transparent and justified.
- Supporting individuals in tough situations usually has community-wide benefits.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $50000 (Low: $25000, High: $75000)
Year 2: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 3: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 5: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 10: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 100: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Key Considerations
- The bill is specific to an individual, so overall economic impacts are likely minimal.
- Administrative or legal processes might incur minor costs which could include legal fees or resource allocation for processing.
- There is no broader economic stimulus or downturn expected from this individual-centered action.