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Elizabeth Poor Laws

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 16:09:08 UTC

Series of laws passed in England between 1597 and 1601. They were made to address poverty and provide relief to the poor. These laws established a system where local parishes were responsible for taking care of their own poor.

Dorothea Dix and the Pierce Veto

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 16:15:21 UTC

Dorothea Dix was a pioneering advocate for the human treatment of the mentally ill in the 19th century. She played a big role in the establishment of mental asylums in the US. She also brought attention to the horrific conditions in which the mentally ill were often kept and lobbied for reforms.

State Eugenic Sterilization Legislation

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 16:21:20 UTC

In the early to mid-20th century the government created these policies that basically mandated the sterilization of individuals "unfit" to reproduce. They mostly targeted people that had mental illnesses, disabilities, or those deemed socially undesirable. There goal was to prevent certain genetic traits from being passed on to future generations.

Workers' Compensation

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 16:25:03 UTC

Workers' compensation is a form of insurance providing wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured in the course of employment. Most employers are required by law to carry workers' compensation insurance.

Immigration Restriction Legislation

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 16:29:02 UTC

This policy was made to control the flow of immigrants and manage the demographic composition of the population. This affects the lives of immigrants and their families, as well as the labor market.

Unemployment Insurance

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 16:34:04 UTC

Unemployment insurance is a government program that provides financial assistance to workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. The worker must meet certain work and wage requirements, and are actively seeking new employment. After receiving this insurance you can get a percentage of previous earnings, paid out for a limited period.

The Social Security Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 16:38:28 UTC

* financial security for the elderly, unemployed, and disabled

*Retirement benefits, disability insurance, unemployment insurance, and welfare programs

*Monthly payments

*Reduced poverty

Works Progress Administration

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 16:42:02 UTC

This policy was a key new deal agency established in 1935 under President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The policy provided public work jobs for the unemployed during the Great Depression. The jobs were mainly like construction on roads, bridges, schools, parks, and other public infrastructure.

Fair Labor Standards Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 16:48:40 UTC

*Establish minimum wage

*Overtime pay

*Child labor standards

*Employers to pay overtime at a rate of one and a half times the regular pay

*Protects workers' rights and ensuring fair labor practices

Japanese Internment

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 16:51:50 UTC

Japanese internment and incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II. This policy authorized the removal of any person from designated military areas. Over 120,000 Japanese were placed in internment camps from designated military areas.

Serviceman's Readjustment Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 18:09:29 UTC

The Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944, also knows as the G.I. Bill was a landmark piece of legislation aimed at helping World War II veterans adjust to normal life. It proved financial assistance to attend college, vocational schools, or other educational institutions. There was also loans given out to help buy homes, or just monthly money to the unemployed vets.

Head Start

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 18:12:49 UTC

*Provides comprehensive early childhood education

*Targets children from birth to age five

*Includes early learning, health screening, nutritious meals

Community Health Centers Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 18:16:58 UTC

This policy aimed at improving access to healthcare for low-income and medically underserved communities. It offers a range of services including primary care, dental care, mental health services, and preventive care. Centers are typically located in high-need areas and are designed to be responsive to the specific health needs of their community.

Civil Rights Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 18:20:30 UTC

The Civil Rights Acts are a series of landmark federal laws in the U.S. They were enacted to end discrimination and ensure equal rights for all citizens. It prohibited discrimination based on race, color religion, and sex. This policy also gave the right to vote and fair housing act.

Food Stamp/Supplemental Nutrition Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 19:47:55 UTC

This policy was enacted in 1964 to provide nutritional assistance to low-income individuals and families. You can qualify for it based on your income, household size, and some other factors. SNAP can be used to buy a variety of food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy products, and bread.

Medicare

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 19:50:32 UTC

Medicare is a federal health insurance program primarily for people who are 65+, or people with disabilities. Medicare can coverage some hospital stays, medical supplies, and help with some prescription drugs.

Medicaid

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 19:55:03 UTC

Medicaid is a federal and state program that helps with medical costs and for some people with limited income and resources. Medicaid focuses on low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults, and people with disabilities. It can also provide healthcare to people who can't afford medical services.

Older Americans Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-02 19:58:35 UTC

*provides services for older adults

*nutrition programs

*caregiver support

*community service employment

*health promotion

*disease prevention programs

*helps maintain health and independence

National Environmental Policy Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-10 23:23:06 UTC

The NEPA was created in 1969, it's main purpose is to ensure that all branches of government give proper consideration to the environment before they do anything federal.

Supplemental Security Income

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-10 23:26:08 UTC

The SSI provides monthly cash payments to help meet basic needs for food, clothing, and shelter. The amount of money you can get depends on the amount of income and living situation of the victim.

Women, Infants, and Children Program

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-10 23:31:41 UTC

WIC provides several types of assistance like, providing healthy foods, nutrition and health care referrals. The goals of WIC are to improve the health of pregnant women, new mothers, and young children, reduce the incidence of low birth weight and infant mortality.

Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-10 23:34:27 UTC

This policy provides federal funding to states in support of prevention, assessment, investigation, prosecution and treatment activities. It helps states improve their child protective services systems.

Housing and Community Development Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-14 23:43:17 UTC

This act was created to provide financial assistance for community development and housing programs. It grants funds too local government activities, and helps create viable urban communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities.

Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-15 17:42:58 UTC

*to prevent juvenile delinquency

*improve the juvenile justice system *protect juveniles in custody

*make jail a safer environment

Education for all Handicapped Children Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-15 17:48:16 UTC

This policy ensures that children with disabilities have access to a free and appropriate public education. It mandates that schools provide special education and related services tailored to meet the individual needs. This act was a significant step in guaranteeing all children receive equal educational opportunities.

Earned Income Tax Credit

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-15 17:51:14 UTC

Earned Income Tax Credit is a refundable tax credit aimed at low income working families. The amount of credit depends on your income and the number of children you have. You must meet certain requirements and file a tax return, even if you don't owe any tax.

Indian Child Welfare Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-15 17:55:48 UTC

This policy was enacted to address the high number of Native American children being removed from their families, and placed in non-Native foster homes whenever possible. It establishes standards for the placement of Native children in foster and adoptive homes and gives tribals a strong voice.

Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-15 18:02:43 UTC

Designed to support families adopting children with special needs, and to improve the child welfare system. The act provides federal funding for adoption assistance payments. this helps cover the costs associated with their care.

McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-15 18:04:49 UTC

A primary federal legislation addressing homelessness in the U.S. It provides federal funding for shelter programs, transitional housing, and services to help homeless individuals and families.

Anti-Drug Abuse Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 14:57:39 UTC

This Act was enacted to basically control drugs. It strengthened the federal efforts against drugs, this caused mandatory prison sentences for drug offenders. This act also helped fund the "War on Drugs."

Americans With Disabilities Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 15:00:45 UTC

This act prohibits discrimination with people with disabilities:

*Employment

*Transportation

*Public Accommodations

*Communications

*Access to state and local government services

Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 15:46:41 UTC

This act is the largest federally funded program in the U.S. for people living with HIVS. Low income states were given money to buy medicine for people with theses diseases.

Family and Medical Leave Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 16:44:33 UTC

*birth and care of a newborn

*placement of a child for adoption

*foster care

*Caring for immediate family member with health condition

*If they can't work

*Hurt in active duty

Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 16:48:01 UTC

Mandates background checks on firearm purchasers in the U.S. This act made a 5 day waiting period for handgun purchases to allow time for background checks. Aims to prevent certain individuals from purchasing guns.

Violence Against Women Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 16:49:51 UTC

*funding for services

*Legal protection

*support for immigrant women

*focus on prevention

*expansion of protections

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 16:56:20 UTC

Aims to provide financial assistance and support services to low-income families. Families can receive this assistance for 60 months. Can be used for variety of support services, including childcare, transportation, job training, and education.

Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 17:00:41 UTC

*Uniform standards

*Registration requirements

*Tracked and modified

*Tier laws

*Available to the public

*Track across state lines

Defense of Marriage Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 17:03:16 UTC

Defined marriage at the federal level as the legal union between one man and one woman. This meant that the same-sex marriages were not recognized for federal purposes. This act allowed states to refuse same-sex marriages preformed under the laws of other states.

USA Patriot Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 17:05:32 UTC

The Patriot act aims to address the new and evolving threats posed by terrorism. It also sparked ongoing debates about the balance between national security and individual freedoms.

No Child Left Behind

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 17:06:53 UTC

This act put a stop to separate schools. All races were allowed to go to the same school, because even though they said it was equal the A.A were not getting the same education.

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 17:09:15 UTC

*Individual mandate

Health insurance marketplace

*Medicaid Expansion

*Preexisting conditions

*Essential Health benefits

*Subsidies

*Employer mandate

Coronavirus Epidemic and Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Act

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 17:13:11 UTC

*Economic Impact Payments

*Unemployment Benefits

*Paycheck Protection Program

*Support for Healthcare Providers

*Aid to State and Local Governments

*Education and Student Loans

Black Lives Matter Movement

mallorymaddox8 — 2024-10-16 17:16:09 UTC

Social and political movement that began in 2013 in response to the acquittal of George Zimmerman in the shooting. The movement gained significant momentum following the deaths of other A.A. at the hands of law enforcement. Calls for changes in policing practices, criminal justice reform, and the dismantling of structures that perpetuate racial inequality.