legislation
The bills that Congress reject are as informative as the ones it does. Reviews of all the legislation that meet their fate in government halls.
Different Types of Immigration Visas for New Zealand
While immigrating to a country like New Zealand, you must choose the right type of visa for that. And your visa greatly depends on your New Zealand immigration plans. It is suggested to compare the different options offered by the Government of New Zealand to find the best one for you. However, you must note down that the visa policies of this country are quite complex. So, to make sure that you are on the right track, it is good to consult with a licensed and experienced New Zealand immigration consultant to confirm your best fit option for getting the visa that will be mandatory for your stay in the country.
5 Years of Marriage Equality
June 26, 2015: the day that love won. Five years ago today, the Supreme Court ruled that marriage equality was the law of the land, which they voted 5-4. At the time, I was working at a non-profit in Springdale, Arkansas as a administrative assistant when I heard the exciting news. The United States became the 21st country to legalize same-sex marriage nationwide. It was a win for LGBTQ+ people, allies, and activists everywhere. As of June 2020, there are 29 countries that marriage equality is recognized. The Netherlands was the first country to legalize same-sex marriage in 2001.
Mark Wesley PritchardPublished 4 years ago in The Swamp- Top Story - June 2020
13 Things I Learned from the Documentary ‘13th’
As I continue to educate myself on racism in America, I watched to highly recommended documentary “13th”. The 13th Amendment of the Constitution states "Neither slavery or involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for a crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States or any place subject to their jurisdiction." essentially meaning slavery is illegal, but prisoners can be treated as slaves. This documentary was incredibly informative and compelling to say the least. I've compiled notes I took while watching the film in an attempt to stay engaged and hold myself accountable for my education on the matter and created a list of 13 important lessons or information nuggets from the film to extend that information to others and have an easily accessible format for myself for future reference.
Shae MorenoPublished 4 years ago in The Swamp Bryan Watch: Corona Edition
Bryan Watch: Corona Watch Edition Apologies for not posting a Bryan Watch in a while, but Congress has simply not been that busy due to the COVID crisis. So here is what Congress has done since the WHO declared the Pandemic on March 11.
John HeckenlivelyPublished 4 years ago in The SwampState-wise breakdown of the legal status of sports betting in the United States
The world of sports betting app development has always met with crossroads – it is just that one appears after the other, and at a time when they think that it is going to be an unconfusing journey ahead!
RobbieRoycePublished 4 years ago in The SwampBritains strangest Laws
Apart from the meme, I displayed on top there. which is pretty hilarious, I think it is about time you and I and some of your friends become acquainted to the somewhat strange and benevolent laws the united kingdom has.
Just georgePublished 4 years ago in The SwampFamily Immigration Visa - Family Sponsored Immigration
You can apply for a family immigration visa if a relative of yours, who is an U.S. citizen, or U.S. lawful permanent resident, files a petition with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in order to sponsor your application for a green card, which will allow you to become a US permanent resident.
mamun rahmanPublished 4 years ago in The SwampShame on You, GM and the UAW
Originally promising production of 40,000 ventilators immediately, once the CARES Act was passed, GM decreased their offer of production to 6,000 ventilators in 6 weeks, also at increased prices. This is what caused the Trump administration to invoke the Defense Production Act (Hansen, 2020).
Amanda SpradlinPublished 4 years ago in The SwampStaffordshire Hoard
Fans of Indiana Jones and National Treasure may dream of one day finding immense wealth buried under their feet. However, in today’s world, not only is it unlikely to find such a treasure, it is also unlikely that the finder will get to keep it. Nations of the world have property laws for archaeological finds, and one such a nation is the United Kingdom. While the finders of wealth may get compensated for their finds in the UK, the treasure itself is often sold off to museums. A good example of the treasure laws that the United Kingdom uses is that of the Staffordshire Hoard. The Staffordshire Hoard is a unique find from a time that scientists do not know much about; even though it is important to study such a find, it should also be a source of pride for the local people and local museums.
Haley BicePublished 4 years ago in The SwampSteil Watch: March I/II
I apologize for not posting last week. I had to wait for Congress to enough to report on. This covers March 4 to March 13.
John HeckenlivelyPublished 4 years ago in The SwampBryan Watch: Feb III
The House is back after a break for President's Day week. A very slow week, with only eight votes cast, four of them party line. Two months into 2020, and Rep. Steil has yet to cast a single vote against the interests of the Republican Party and its corporate backers.
John HeckenlivelyPublished 4 years ago in The SwampThe New Way Forward Act
After 9/11, we were made aware of the immigration laws which allowed overstay of Visas, thus allowing the terrorists to hit the Twin Towers and Pentagon. We lost thousands of Americans on that fateful day. It included those on Flight 93 in that lonely field in Pennsylvania. Since 9/11, we have not had a major attack on our soil since many of the recommendations of the 9/11 Commission were enacted. These safety nets may change if we do not stand together on this issue. Regardless of party affiliation or your feelings for President Trump, H. R. 5383 (The New Way Forward Act) was introduced on December 10, 2019 that makes us unsafe once again. It was introduced by:
Bill CroftPublished 4 years ago in The Swamp