Bill Overview
Title: For the relief of Mykhaylo Gnatyuk and Melnik Gnatyuk.
Description: Provides for the relief of Mykhaylo Gnatyuk and Melnik Gnatyuk.
Sponsors: Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7]
Target Audience
Population: Mykhaylo Gnatyuk and Melnik Gnatyuk
Estimated Size: 2
- The bill is specific to individuals and not categories or large groups of people.
- It references two individuals, Mykhaylo Gnatyuk and Melnik Gnatyuk, implying it directly impacts them.
- Legislation titled for the relief typically offers legal remedy or protection, suggesting the bill is aimed at addressing specific circumstances faced by these individuals.
Reasoning
- This policy is specifically written for two individuals, Mykhaylo Gnatyuk and Melnik Gnatyuk. As such, almost all Americans will not be directly impacted by this policy. This is reflected in the commonness ratings of the simulated individuals, where only the specific Gnatyuks are directly affected.
- The budget constraints of $5,000 limit any widespread or substantial financial impact even if this policy were to indirectly affect others, which is unlikely given the individual nature of the situation.
- For most individuals outside of the directly named targets, the impact is none, and their projected wellbeing remains unchanged.
- The small budget and specific nature suggest this is a private relief bill, likely addressing immigration or legal proceedings for the Gnatyuks, which doesn't typically translate into substantial policy changes affecting the wider population.
Simulated Interviews
Construction Worker (Chicago, IL)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a good thing to help people out who might be in a tough spot.
- If it helps people of Ukrainian descent, I'm all for it.
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 |
Software Engineer (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I can't say this policy will affect me at all, but I support helping individuals in need.
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 |
Retired Teacher (Yonkers, NY)
Age: 62 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I hope it genuinely helps the Gnatyuks. Legislation like this can be a lifeline for immigrants.
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 |
Physician (Rochester, MN)
Age: 54 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 9
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a niche bill, seems to have no impact on the wider healthcare sector.
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 |
Graphic Designer (Miami, FL)
Age: 27 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- If it means supporting individuals in my cultural community, I think it's hopeful.
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 |
Immigration Lawyer (Houston, TX)
Age: 40 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- These types of bills are uncommon but necessary for specific cases.
- Always championing for clients facing similar situations.
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 |
Journalist (New York, NY)
Age: 50 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a small step but important for those individuals exactly like the Gnatyuks in need of legal relief.
- Policies like this don't see the light often, so it's notable.
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 |
Entrepreneur (San Diego, CA)
Age: 48 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I see no impact on general business; if it's a relief for a few, it's acceptable, just not typical government intervention.
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 |
Social Worker (Seattle, WA)
Age: 52 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- These bills are rare but crucial for individuals who need them.
- Hopefully, we have more inclusive policies for the broader immigrant community over time.
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 |
IT Specialist (Phoenix, AZ)
Age: 35 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 13/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm indifferent to this policy since it doesn't impact my life directly.
- Hope it helps those it's intended for.
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 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $5000 (Low: $2000, High: $10000)
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 exclusively pertains to specific individuals, limiting its financial and societal scope.
- Potential costs are related to legal or administrative functions, unlikely to exceed modest estimates.