Bill Overview
Title: A bill to grant a Federal charter to the National American Indian Veterans, Incorporated.
Description: This bill grants a federal charter to the National American Indian Veterans Inc., which is a nonprofit corporation organized in the United States.
Sponsors: Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Target Audience
Population: Native American veterans
Estimated Size: 140000
- The bill affects members of the National American Indian Veterans, Inc., an organization specific to a certain demographic— Native American veterans in the USA.
- There are approximately 140,000 Native American veterans in the United States according to recent estimates.
- The bill is specific to a nonprofit organization that targets this demographic and helps address their specific needs, suggesting a direct impact on members of this group.
- Federal charters grant organizations a formal status that can enhance their legitimacy, potentially improving their ability to advocate for and support their members, thus affecting all members associated with it.
Reasoning
- The policy directly impacts Native American veterans who are members of the National American Indian Veterans, Inc. However, given the small budget, the immediate impact might be limited in scope without additional funding or programs.
- The policy's primary impact doesn't reach the broader population but may have secondary impacts through improved advocacy and support for Native American veterans.
- Since the policy grants a federal charter, it might boost the organization's credibility, but the tangible benefits to individuals will likely take time to manifest.
- The wellbeing scores for individuals not directly involved will likely remain unchanged, as the bill does not provide direct services or funding increases.
- The commonness score reflects how typical or atypical the person is in the overall population of the United States, especially concerning the Native American veteran status.
Simulated Interviews
Retired Army (Oklahoma)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I think the federal charter could help our organization secure more funding and recognition.
- There's a lot of potential to improve services and outreach.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
Veteran Affairs Coordinator (Arizona)
Age: 37 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a positive step, but actual benefits will depend on how well the organization leverages the charter.
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 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Rancher (South Dakota)
Age: 55 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I don't see this changing my day-to-day life, but it's good for the younger veterans.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 4 | 4 |
Social Worker (New Mexico)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 8.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This could enhance the support structures we have in place for veterans.
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 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Small Business Owner (Montana)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- There's potential for us to benefit, but it really depends on how proactive the organization becomes.
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 | 6 | 6 |
Healthcare Consultant (California)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The federal charter might bring more attention to veteran healthcare issues.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
Counselor (Minnesota)
Age: 41 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 13/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Any formal recognition is good, but we need more direct support and resources.
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 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Author (Nevada)
Age: 48 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 6.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This could help elevate our stories and experiences, but it depends on follow-through.
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 |
Veteran Advocate (Colorado)
Age: 33 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The charter is a good start for us to gain momentum in getting more support.
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 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Community Organizer (Alaska)
Age: 62 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This could help our organization get more visibility, but I am cautious about expecting too much.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $10000 (Low: $5000, High: $20000)
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
- Federal charters do not carry financial obligations or benefits from the government.
- The main impact is enhancing the organization’s status, not altering fiscal policy.
- Legitimacy gains may help the organization fundraise more effectively, indirectly affecting funding, but not from federal sources.