Bill Overview
Title: For the relief of Vitaly Stepanov and Yuliya Stepanova.
Description: Provides for the relief of Vitaly Stepanov and Yuliya Stepanova.
Sponsors: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Target Audience
Population: People directly impacted by the relief of Vitaly Stepanov and Yuliya Stepanova
Estimated Size: 0
- Vitaly Stepanov and Yuliya Stepanova are named specifically in the bill, indicating they are the direct beneficiaries.
- The relief provided is likely legal, financial, or related to residency, directly affecting the named individuals.
- Unless there are dependents or close family members whose wellbeing is directly tied to the status of Vitaly and Yuliya, the impact remains limited to them.
Reasoning
- The policy provides direct benefits to Vitaly Stepanov and Yuliya Stepanova, and potentially their immediate family members, given its targeted nature.
- Considering budget limitations, the policy is unlikely to extend beyond these named individuals and their closest dependents if any.
- The broader U.S. population will not experience any direct financial or legal relief from this policy, thus the majority remain unaffected in terms of wellbeing.
- The few respondents who might express opinions related to this policy would likely reflect on its fairness or implications for immigration policy rather than personal impact.
Simulated Interviews
IT Specialist (Brooklyn, NY)
Age: 38 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think it's positive that people like Vitaly and Yuliya are receiving support. It might set a precedent for others in similar situations.
- Policies focused on individual cases remind us that immigration issues are deeply personal.
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 |
Teacher (Austin, TX)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I feel this policy doesn't address the broader needs of immigration reform.
- It's a good gesture but too isolated to make real change for most immigrants.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 5 |
Nurse (Miami, FL)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's good to see individuals getting relief, but we need a more comprehensive policy.
- The policy will not change my job or personal situation.
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 |
Construction worker (Chicago, IL)
Age: 54 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Happy for the individuals, but worried this takes focus off bigger issues like worker rights for undocumented immigrants.
- I would like to see our unions involved in these kinds of advocacy.
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 |
Freelance writer (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 29 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This is significant for the two individuals, but how does it impact the thousands more waiting for relief?
- It's a reminder of the gaps in our systems.
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 |
Retired (Seattle, WA)
Age: 60 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's heartening to see people like Vitaly and Yuliya finding a pathway, but these are isolated cases.
- The real challenge is broader access to these opportunities.
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 |
College student (New York, NY)
Age: 22 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Policies like these are educational for me, reflecting real-world immigration issues.
- It doesn't affect me directly, but it's thought-provoking.
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 |
Lawyer (San Francisco, CA)
Age: 40 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 9
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Encouraged that individual cases get such attention, hoping it flags systemic issues.
- The focus should be on crafting legislation that benefits more people.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 9 |
Real estate agent (Houston, TX)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Individual relief is great, but not when so many others remain in the shadows.
- It's a mixed bag: happy for them, concerned for others.
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 |
Policy Analyst (Washington, DC)
Age: 33 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This case highlights the need for comprehensive immigration reform, not just isolated solutions.
- We need macro changes, not micro fixes.
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: $30000, High: $70000)
Year 2: $50000 (Low: $30000, High: $70000)
Year 3: $50000 (Low: $30000, High: $70000)
Year 5: $50000 (Low: $30000, High: $70000)
Year 10: $50000 (Low: $30000, High: $70000)
Year 100: $50000 (Low: $30000, High: $70000)
Key Considerations
- The targeted nature of the bill suggests minimal financial planning requirements for federal budgets.
- Potential costs primarily stem from legal and administrative processes required to enact the relief.