Bill Overview
Title: For the relief of Jan van Hoek.
Description: Provides for the relief of Jan van Hoek.
Sponsors: Rep. Franklin, C. Scott [R-FL-15]
Target Audience
Population: People who are directly affected by relief for Jan van Hoek
Estimated Size: 0
- The bill is specific to an individual, Jan van Hoek, indicating that its primary impact is centered on this person.
- The term 'relief' typically suggests some form of assistance, possibly financial, legal, or another form, which would benefit Jan van Hoek directly.
- Legislation providing relief to an individual is unusual and thus extraordinary measures might have justified this act in favor of Jan van Hoek.
Reasoning
- The policy specifically aims to provide relief to Jan van Hoek, and its impacts are likely limited primarily to him, given the extraordinary nature of individual-specific legislation and the minimal budget involved.
- Most U.S. citizens are unlikely to be directly affected by this policy, although indirect impacts may be felt through general awareness or opinions about such legislation being enacted.
- Considerations for population distribution include the fact that many people will not be impacted at all, and among those who might be indirectly affected, sentiments could vary based on their knowledge of the case or opinions on individual legislations.
- Budget limitations suggest that even if there are indirect beneficiaries, the scale and depth of impact would be minimal.
Simulated Interviews
Attorney (New York, NY)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Individual-specific legislations are rare and raise questions about fairness and equity in rule of law.
- The budget is so small, it's unlikely to impact others besides the individual involved.
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: 35 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 18/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm not directly impacted by policies regarding individuals.
- Such cases should perhaps be handled by regular legal channels rather than through legislation.
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 |
Human Rights Activist (San Francisco, CA)
Age: 42 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's uncommon for policy to favor one individual; attention should be equitable.
- Potentially indicative of unusual circumstances for Jan van Hoek deserving relief.
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 Teacher (Miami, FL)
Age: 60 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 17/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I hope this helps Jan van Hoek, but it's hard to see broader effects.
- Legislation should prioritize the public good.
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 |
Freelance Writer (Austin, TX)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 13/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Interesting choice of policy; the specifics might matter more if I covered it.
- The effect on my day-to-day life is negligible.
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 |
Public Policy Analyst (Chicago, IL)
Age: 37 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 16/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Relief specific to individuals could be more transparent and fair if details are open.
- Overall impact on U.S. citizens or larger policy is limited.
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 |
Environmental Scientist (Seattle, WA)
Age: 46 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Not directly affecting my field, but interesting as a case study of individual-targeted relief.
- Good to be aware of such unique legislation.
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 |
Small Business Owner (Phoenix, AZ)
Age: 53 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 16/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Individual relief might not set a good precedent if frequent.
- Small financial implications mean little impact on my business.
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 (Boston, MA)
Age: 31 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Curious to learn about the specifics of the case and the reasons for individual relief.
- Not impacted in personal life, more an academic interest.
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 |
Hospital Administrator (Denver, CO)
Age: 39 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- No immediate impact on my professional focus nor healthcare sector.
- Individual-focused policies can sometimes highlight gaps in broader policy coverage.
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: $25000 (Low: $10000, High: $50000)
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
- Uncertainty around the specific nature of the relief makes precise cost estimation challenging.
- Cost to the government might involve administrative expenses beyond direct financial aid, but these are generally low for individual relief cases.
- The lack of precedent or information about Jan van Hoek's circumstances requires generalized assumptions based on typical relief aid.