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S. 188: Eliminating Government-funded Oil-painting Act

I believe that this bill should become a law because according to this bill, a lot of money is being spent on portraits that the public won't even see. Examples include $38,250 by the Environmental Protection Agency for a portrait of former Administrator Lisa Jackson; $22,500 by the Department of Commerce for a portrait of John Bryson, who served as Secretary for only eight months; $46,790 by the Department of Defense for a portrait of the former Secretary of Defense, Donald Rumsfeld, his second official portrait; and $25,000 by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration for a portrait of former Administrator Daniel Goldin. Instead of spending the money on portraits, it can be spent on more important organizations. So I do agree with this bill, which its purpose is to  prohibit federal funds from being used to pay for the costs of painting portraits of officers and employees of the federal government

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S.756-- SOS Act of 2017
(Save Our Seas Act)
This bill has passed the senate, and calls upon the Executive Branch to get the US state department more involved in addressing and taking action towards marine debris. This allows the State Department to directly work with countries that are known to have significant detrimental contribute to plastic in the oceans. This will launch debates and processes on how to resolve environmental issues and manage waste that oftentimes get polluted into the ocean. The state department will have a significant role in contributing to the improvement of the ocean health. This bill also reintroduces the NOAA Marine Debris program for up to five years with a maximum of $10 million per year.  The Federal budget is normally weighing and choosing who to fund for, but with this act, the NOAA program is guaranteed funding.

I believe this act should be passed because this would greatly benefit the ecosystem of the oceans. The state department would take initiative and help marine ecosystems across the globe. Many species of marine wildlife are decreasing and the fish we enjoy may disappear from the face of earth in the upcoming years. There are already very few sea turtles out at sea. Only about 1-2% survive to adulthood. With plastic debris left out in the oceans, sea turtles can mistake plastic bags for jellyfish, which are their main source of food. Some sea turles, such as the green sea turtle, are one of the very few animals that ear sea grass. With their pupulation decrease, seaweed population can go rampage in the oceans. The critically endangered species of sea turtle are the Kemp Ridley and the Hawksbill. The extinction of sea turtles would mean a great population increase in jellyfish and man-o-wars in the oceans. This would also lead to decrease in fish population because of jellyfish predation towards  fish. Discarded fishing nets left in the ocean can destroy corals, thus , destroying the habitat of some fish. The mission of the NOAA Marine debris program is to investigate and monitor ocean debris to help the marine ecosystem thrive. By having the federal budget fund this program, marine life will be greatly benefited.

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H.B. 389 - (Social Media Privacy Protection Act)

The purpose of this bill is to amend a law in Georgia that allows employers access to employees' or prospective employees' social media information. I believe the bill should be passed because I don't think it is an employer's business what an employee posts on social media. It's bad enough that our electronic devices are already constantly monitored by phone companies and the government, I don't think social media is serious enough for employers to get that kind of access. I also think the bill should be passed because even though I am against employers having social media access regardless, it is even weirder to have PROSPECTIVE employers allowed that access because if you're not hired, you basically just gave a stranger your personal information. While I do think people should hold themselves accountable for what they post and should be mindful in terms of the image they want to maintain, I still don't think it's something employer's should have personal access to because it doesn't define us.

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H.R.1869 - Paycheck Fairness Act-   This bill amends equal pay provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to: (1) restrict the use of the bona fide factor defense to wage discrimination claims, (2) enhance non-retaliation prohibitions, (3) make it unlawful to require an employee to sign a contract or waiver prohibiting the employee from disclosing information about the employee's wages, and (4) increase civil penalties for violations of equal pay provisions.

I believe that this bill should be passed because of the U.S. past history of discrimination. It is just another obstacle in the way providing for prejudice and causing division for our nation. Providing equal provisions for the fair labor standards act is something that is more than necessary. I don't think there is much to be changed about the bill because it is well composed. I say that this bill is going to cause a great change, one not even clearly visible to all. It will lessen the gap between men and women when it comes to different pay. They will be treated fairly by being payed more equally. This is a long lasting problem that together our nation will and is slowly fixing. I believe in the utter and complete equality of man and woman. So I most definitely believe in this bills movement through congress and this nation.

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Summary of H.R.1869 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): Paycheck Fairness Act

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H.R. 315: Improving Access to Maternity Care Act

I believe this act should be passed because women should be able to get maternity care easily and women should not have so ridiculously expensive things you have to pay and get to give birth to a human bean in this country. Maternity healthcare is near impossible to get fully covered and in most state is hard to get pre qualified for regular healthcare, and Maternity care is even harder. With most maternity insurances if there's any complications you could lose the very little coverage you have. A child is already expensive worrying about proper health care shouldn't be another worry added to the bucket. In the new act you get this coverage even if you were pregnant before your coverage starts. Under the health care law pre-existing conditions are covered, including pregnancy.

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1. Protect American families act

Basically president Trump is trying to ban all Muslims and other immigrants . We cannot let that happen he is breaking up families and can even cause children to be homeless . Some democratic senators have introduced a bill to prevent that . We cannot just ban a certain group of people for their form of beliefs. In my opinion that is extremely racist and unfair. So yes we should pass this bill to not give him the right to ban civilized humans for a choice of religion etc . And maybe if president trump still wants to argue we can modify our bill to not ban civilized humans but ban the ones who are convicted of some act of terrorism .

https://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/115/s54/summary

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Reduce age To own a handgun from 21 to 18

I personally don’t agree with this bill and I don’t think it should be passed. With everything that isn’t going on right now with gun violence this bill is a stupid idea. Not only would immature adults have access to buying these deadly weapons but it would also result in tragic endings. For a person to even come up with this is completely senseless and stupid.
https://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/115/hr5112

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H.R.5151 - To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize a grant program improving treatment for pregnant and postpartum women.

I believe this bill should be passed because pregnant and postpartum women should have the best treatment they can get to ensure the baby and the mother are healthy. Not only that most women do not have the best knowledge about pregnancy or what to do after the baby is born. If this bill were to be passed and made a law these women would have the support they need to ensure their child is healthy. Since babies are needy they would also be able to provide for their child with things as simple as formula, diapers, and checkups.

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HB 1203: Cannabis (Florida)
- “Cannabis; Provides that possession of personal use quantity of cannabis or cannabis accessory by adult or minor is civil violation; provides for fines or community service; requires minor violators to perform community service, attend drug awareness program, or both; prohibits arrests; limits collateral use of violation; prohibits state or local penalties or obligations other than specified penalties or obligations; prohibits additional state or local penalties or obligations for having cannabinoids or cannabinoid metabolites in tissue or fluid of body; provides for distribution of revenue from civil penalties.”
- I agree with the passing of this bill because

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House Bill 1203 (2018) - The Florida Senate

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H.R.34 - Safe Students Act

This bill was proposed by representative Thomas Massie, early 2017. From early 2017 to now there has been numerous of reports on gun violence in school zones. This bill amends the federal criminal code to repeal provisions that prohibit the possession or discharge of a firearm in a school zone. This bill without a second thought should be passed. Children are attending these schools and could be under attack at any given moment.

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Summary of H.R.34 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): Safe Students Act

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H.R. 5112: To reduce, from 21 years of age to 18 years of age, the minimum age at which a person may obtain a handgun from a Federal firearms licensee.

I believe this bill should not become a law. Handguns can be easily concealed and are easier to use. Reducing the age restriction will only increase the likelihood of school shootings. And with the current background checks many unstable kids have access to a larger arsenal that easier to conceal.

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To reduce, from 21 years of age to 18 years of age, the minimum age at which a person may obtain a handgun from a Federal firearms licensee. (H.R. 5112)

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H.R. 5112. In GovTrack.us, a database of bills in the U.S. Congress.

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H.R. 4043: Whistleblower Protection Extension Act of 2017

A whistleblower is a person who informs on a person or organization engaged in an illicit activity. This law should be enacted because if I were in danger of an organizations illegal activity i'd like to know about it instead of them taking advantage of me and no one ever speaking out if they saw anything suspicious. Whistleblowers should also feel safe to inform the public of any activity that is damaging them that they may not be aware of. Whistleblowers should not have to stay quiet because they feel that their lives are in danger for providing information and helping out the community.

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Whistleblower Protection Extension Act of 2017 (H.R. 4043)

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H.R. 4043. To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to reauthorize the whistleblower protection program, and for other purposes. In GovTrack.us, a database of bills in the U.S. Congress.

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H.J.Res. 19: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the electoral college and to provide for the direct election of the President and Vice President of the United States.

I agree with this bill, the electoral college has continuously undermined the people and their choices. We have a democratic system and with them at the head voting is basically a waste of time.

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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the electoral college and to provide for the direct election of the President and Vice President of the United States. (H.J.Res. 19)

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H.J.Res. 19. In GovTrack.us, a database of bills in the U.S. Congress.

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H.R.38 - Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017

I believe that this bill should proceed and go through as this is seen as a way of personal security. This would benefit women who need to defend themselves against someone much larger than them in extreme cases like robberies or sexual predators. Further more, the one in possession of the firearm should rightfully be able to take their gun with them if the state they are traveling to allows it. I do believe that one must go through extensive processes to make sure that they are mentally healthy and physically healthy enough to have a weapon in their possession.

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H.R.38 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2017

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Border Security for America Act of 2017

this bill is for the U.S. Border Patrol personnel to increases and infrastructure improvements, including forward base upgrades along the southern border; and to give the National Guard and Department of Defense border assistance. I believe that this bill should pass because They should stop criminals on the run from entering our boarders. They should allow immigrants that have a clean "title" through so they can make a better life for themselves but not wanted criminals. We don't need more criminals in our boarders. The officials patrolling the boarders should have some restrictions on how they treat the people that are trying to come through, not allowed to place brunt force that can harm the individual and adding more machines that can look up the immigrants record, with a safe way to deal will everyone.

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H.R.3548 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): Border Security for America Act of 2017

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Summary of H.R.3548 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): Border Security for America Act of 2017

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Strengthening Oversight of Iran's Access to Finance Act

I believe that this bill should be passed and made into a law because it can increase security and you can never be too carful. Personally with everything that is happening currently in the world, I believe that you can never be too careful or take too many extra precautions. Some of the extra steps would be a list of financial institutions, a certification that such transaction does not pose a significant money laundering or terrorism financing risk , and a statement that the Treasury is unable to make such a certification and will

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ObamaCare Repeal Act

ObamaCare also known as the Affordable Care Act is a federal law proven to give access to health Insurance to all U.S citizens. There are many benefits to ObamaCare such as protection against health care fraud and Rx discounts for seniors. This bill bill would block Planned Parenthood from getting medicaid being reimbursed for any services that aren’t abortions for patients like testing for STDs. This bill also stops you from using tax credits to buy insurance that gives coverage for abortions. This is why I am very against this bill because it doesn’t give people a chance to get the proper care.

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Summary of H.R.1718 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): ObamaCare Repeal Act

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Animal hoarding
- This bill defines the term "animal hoarding"  and establishes what animal abuse is.
-Over 10 years, there have been 47 animal hoarding cases in Florida's 63 counties.
-i believe this bill should be passed so that people who hoard animals and leave them in unlivable conditions can get their animals taken away and they serve jail time. I feel that owning more than 10 animals is a heavier responsibility than owning a few pets, and to keep your right to own more than 10 animals, the animals should be healthy and the environment they live in should be clean.

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Senate Bill 86 (2018) - The Florida Senate

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Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act of 2017

In regards to the bills, it eliminates the per country numerical limitation for employment-based immigrants and increase the per country numerical limitation for family based immigrants from 7% to 15% of the total number of family-sponsored visas. I believe the bill should be passed due to the fact that majority of the United States constitutes of immigrants, working ones that contribute to the country's economy as well as supports the union of family's in such a way that households won't be divided due to immigration laws. Furthermore, a law shouldn't dictate who comes in and out of a country, everyone should be free to travel where ever they choose to go to support themselves and their family.
https://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/115/hr392

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Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act of 2017

I firmly stand with the Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act of 2017. I believe a citizen should not be penalized with the use or distribution of the substance if it is legal within the state. If marijuana is legal in a state, it’s for a reason. Distributors of the substance should be allowed to help others who suffer from many diseases or illnesses. The use of Marijuana medicinally has helped over a million of people in the United States and criminalizing people who distribute it is only going to stop patients from getting better as there’s only a certain amount of dispensaries in every state.

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H.R.1227 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act of 2017

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H.R. 5045: STOP Homelessness Act of 2018

Bill: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow taxpayers to designate over payments of tax as contributions and to make additional contributions to the Stop Homelessness Fund, and for other purposes.
I believe this bill should be passed because homelessness is a big problem that many people have to go through. There is over 549,928 people experiencing homelessness in the United States including over 120,000 children. Being homeless is a difficult situation that is not a chosen condition and is that is rarely self-inflicted. When it come to homeless people we should all speak and think kindly of them, we Americans should get together as one and help one another. I think that taxpayers should overpay tax to contribute with the homelessness fund. No living person in this world should have to go through something like that. Also we people who have more benefits than other we should donate person hygiene and other personal care items to the homeless including clothing that we no longer want or need. We should all donate our time and money to help out these people in need.

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STOP Homelessness Act of 2018 (H.R. 5045)

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H.R. 5045. To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow taxpayers to designate overpayments of tax as contributions and to make additional contributions to the Stop Homelessness Fund, and for other purposes. In GovTrack.us, a database of bills in the U.S. Congress.

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https://gaetz.house.gov/hr-861-terminate-environmental-protection-agencyTo terminate the Environmental Protection Agency.

The  Environmental Protection Agency was put in place to write and enforce laws for the sole purpose of protecting human health and the environment. I strongly disagree on terminating this bill. If this bill is terminated it risks citizens health and deteriorates the environment. If it passes, wealthy corporations will be able to demolish forests with no laws preventing them to do so. Also waste management and radiological protection among other duties performed by the Environmental Protection Agency will no longer be recognized causing significant environmental and human changes.

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Social Media Use in Clearance Investigations Act of 2017

I think this bill should be passed because it can be used in investigations, it can monitor what people post online. You can use social media activity to conduct investigations. You can use this as a chance to check for potential threats.

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Social Media Use in Clearance Investigations Act of 2017 (H.R. 3737)

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H.R. 3737. To provide for a study on the use of social media in security clearance investigations. In GovTrack.us, a database of bills in the U.S. Congress.

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- Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of 2017
- This bill should pass, the government should not be allowed to provide legal protection to websites that promote prostitution and add to sex trafficking. This bill passed in the House on February 27, 2018 and goes to the Senate next for consideration. All precautions should take place to help limit the spread of prostitution. If victims and states could fight it online it would be one step closer to helping end it.

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H.R.1865 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of 2017

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Summary of H.R.1865 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act of 2017

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The reauthorize the Global food security act in 2016

Food security as a concept originated only in the mid-1970s, in the discussions of international food problems. Food security is the “availability at all times of adequate world food supplies of basic foodstuffs to sustain a steady expansion of food consumption and to offset fluctuations in production and prices”

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H.R.5129 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): Global Food Security Reauthorization Act of 2018

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Gay and lesbian adoption ban 2018

As a person who is pro equality. I feel as if a this law should not be passed. The foster care system is filled with children who are not getting adopted. If there is a couple who is willing give the love and care to a child it should not matter wether if it’s two woman or two men. Sources who are against gay and lesbian people adopting say that it simply goes against the religious views of the people. Overall children need families and if there are gay couples willing to adopt children and give them everything they need, then there should not be anything wrong with that. This is why this law should not be passed.

Link: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.lgbtqnation.com/2018/02/bill-making-legal-ban-gays-lesbians-adopting-passes-

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Assault Weapons Ban of 2018

- I think this bill should be passed because weapons are very dangerous. I feel that weapons should only be in the hands of police officers, FBI, and people that are professionally trained to own a weapon. There should be a long and hard process and training for someone to own a weapon Weapons should not be in the hands of your everyday citizen. The world would be a safer place if people weren’t able to just go out and buy a weapon. So yes I this bill should be passed to stop all the assaulting of weapons.

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Summary of H.R.5087 - 115th Congress (2017-2018): Assault Weapons Ban of 2018