Bill Overview
Title: Keeping Israel Safe from Iranian Proxies Act
Description: This bill prohibits the Department of Defense from making federal funds available to specified entities that are backed by Iran.
Sponsors: Rep. Jackson, Ronny [R-TX-13]
Target Audience
Population: People in Israel
Estimated Size: 5000
- The bill affects entities backed by Iran by cutting off Department of Defense funding from these entities.
- The bill indirectly impacts the population of Israel by aiming to increase their security from Iranian-backed threats.
- The bill affects populations in Iran due to the potential economic impacts on Iranian-backed entities.
- Entities within the US government and military that handle financial transactions and allocations will also be involved.
Reasoning
- The policy is set to impact entities that receive funding from the Department of Defense and are backed by Iran.
- While the policy does not directly affect civilians in the US, there are implications for those employed in defense and foreign policy roles.
- The American population that might feel an effect are those whose employment involves interactions with targeted entities or defense funding allocations.
- Considering the cost restrictions and the specialized nature of the policy, the population directly impacted is relatively small and concentrated within governmental or defense-specific roles.
Simulated Interviews
Department of Defense Analyst (Washington, D.C.)
Age: 32 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I support measures that enhance security and reduce threats from Iranian-backed entities.
- There may be challenges reallocating funds within our usual structures, which could affect my workload.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Defense Contractor (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 2/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I am concerned about potential contract adjustments due to reallocated funds.
- Security threats need to be managed, but the funding impacts on business are worrisome.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Policy Researcher (New York, NY)
Age: 39 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's essential to limit threats, but the specifics of implementation will be critical.
- I will have more material to analyze for my work, which is valuable.
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 | 9 | 8 |
Retired Military Officer (Houston, TX)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Ensuring peace by limiting funding to enemy entities is always a good move.
- As a retiree, budget shifts don’t directly affect me anymore, but I get concerned about national security.
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 |
Tech Industry Employee (San Francisco, CA)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 4.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I’m worried about how my company’s plans might shift with the Department of Defense budget changes.
- If contracts change drastically, it could affect job stability.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Graduate Student (Chicago, IL)
Age: 24 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy adds an interesting dimension to my research in Middle Eastern geopolitics.
- I await to see how it impacts actual geopolitical dynamics beyond the financial aspects.
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 | 9 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Academic - Political Science (Boston, MA)
Age: 62 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 9
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It reflects the US's evolving security posture, which is vital for course content.
- I foresee more research opportunities and student engagement around such policies.
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 |
Foreign Policy Advisor (Miami, FL)
Age: 47 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's positive for regional stability, but potential drawbacks could impact security funding elsewhere.
- I’ll be actively involved in discussions and strategic decisions due to this policy.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 7 |
Small Business Owner (Austin, TX)
Age: 40 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I understand the intent is to reduce risk, but uncertain economic ripples worry me.
- No direct impact expected unless supply chains restructure.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Software Engineer (Seattle, WA)
Age: 30 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Shift in funding could lead to new project opportunities, but also instability in current roles.
- I have to stay adaptable as the policy unfolds.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 8 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $10000000 (Low: $8000000, High: $15000000)
Year 2: $10000000 (Low: $8000000, High: $15000000)
Year 3: $10000000 (Low: $8000000, High: $15000000)
Year 5: $10000000 (Low: $8000000, High: $15000000)
Year 10: $10000000 (Low: $8000000, High: $15000000)
Year 100: $10000000 (Low: $8000000, High: $15000000)
Key Considerations
- The policy may set a precedent for future defense appropriations related to international relations.
- Monitoring and enforcement of funding restrictions will require oversight and possibly increased bureaucratic engagement.