In contrast, in some dominions, officers liked the pre- sentence valuation for all criminals, quarrelling that community corrections should eventually start determining entry into SB 123. Officers had made the notation that the ability of community corrections to either weeds out unentitled criminals or non-users, for those beseeching down to just possession.
Counselors likewise noted that, while a lot of offenders can plead down to possession in order so that they can start gaining an SB 123 sentence, the valuation would distract such offenders from expensive drug treatment; as the counselors had already noted, if the ASI or SASSI valuations produced a low score, counselors were then allowed to start sending criminals to Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, or other fewer expensive programs. Though all of these methods may eventually weed criminals deprived of present substance abuse difficulties out of expensive drug treatment, it still outcomes in the state unnecessarily paying…...
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Foes in the senate argued that Article X would impair the sovereignty of the U.S. By committing the nation to use its armed forces to protect the existing boundaries of all members of the League.
On November 19, 1919, the U.S. Senate, after much action on the part of the President via speaking tours, voted on the treaty. he Committee on Foreign Relations, headed by Lodge, proposed forty-five amendments and a number of reservations. he senate, however, rejected all of the amendments but approved one reservation that the U.S. assume no obligation to use its armed forces in the service of the League unless the action was approved by a joint resolution of Congress. A Republican motion to ratify with reservations was defeated by a vote of 39 to 55 with most Democrats voting in the negative; also, a Democratic resolution to ratify failed by a vote of 38 to…...
mlaThe most controversial portion of the Treaty of Versailles, also known as the League Covenant, was Article X which pledged the member nations to preserve the territorial integrity and the existing political independence of any member state threatened by external aggression. Wilson described Article X as the heart of the Covenant, for the power of the treaty to enforce peace depended upon it. Foes in the senate argued that Article X would impair the sovereignty of the U.S. By committing the nation to use its armed forces to protect the existing boundaries of all members of the League.
On November 19, 1919, the U.S. Senate, after much action on the part of the President via speaking tours, voted on the treaty. The Committee on Foreign Relations, headed by Lodge, proposed forty-five amendments and a number of reservations. The senate, however, rejected all of the amendments but approved one reservation that the U.S. assume no obligation to use its armed forces in the service of the League unless the action was approved by a joint resolution of Congress. A Republican motion to ratify with reservations was defeated by a vote of 39 to 55 with most Democrats voting in the negative; also, a Democratic resolution to ratify failed by a vote of 38 to 53.
Clearly then, the failure of the U.S. Senate to ratify the Treaty of Versailles had much to do with fervent nationalism, due to many senators, both Republican and Democrat, viewing the stipulations of the treaty as going directly against the interests of the United States, particularly during a time when America's role in world affairs was not that certain nor very clear-cut. Also, the failure of the senate to ratify the treaty was the beginning of a long series of divisive disagreements, especially considering that the American economy was in the throes of high inflation, for commodity prices rose sharply during the war and continued to rise through 1919 and into 1920 when the price index nearly doubled. One other problem was the Nineteenth Amendment which granted voting rights to women, something which President Wilson had consistently opposed.
Joint resolutions are virtually the same as bills. Concurrent resolutions are not able to become law but can be used to amend rules that apply to members of the Congress (Senate.gov, 2004). Simple resolutions can't be passed into law, and may be used by one house or the other. Generally they are used to give advice or used to express the views, ideas or opinions of a particular house.
Current Projects/Initiatives
ecent initiatives received in the Senate include H.. 4661, a bill introduced to amend title 18 to discourage spy ware; H.. 5061, introduced to provide assistance for current crisis in the Darfur region of Sudan, and H.. 5213 to expand research information for multi-disciplinary research projects (Congress.gov from Senate.gov, 2004).
Daily Operations
The daily operations of the Senate vary but take on a similar structure. Generally the day opens with the Secretary of the Senate introducing the guest chaplain or Chaplain to…...
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Lame Duck Sessions since the 20th Amendment." 2, November 2004,
Ohio's Senate Bill #5 -- a Good Idea
hen first-term Ohio Governor John Kasich signed Senate Bill 5 into law on March 31, 2011, he was doing what he thought was best to help his state deal with an estimated $8 billion budget deficit. But he was also aware that the legislation -- which will substantially take away some power from 350,000 public workers, including teachers, law enforcement officers and firefighters in Ohio -- would stir up a huge political battle in his state, and he was clearly willing to take on that fight. The reasons why this legislation -- which will be contested through a statewide referendum -- is necessary now has not been fairly and thoroughly reported in much of the mass media in or out of Ohio. It is time to set the record straight, to present the true facts of the dangerous budget deficit in Ohio, and…...
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Senate of the United States Congress, three members have had a combined tenure of nearly a century: Senator Strom Thurmond from South Carolina, Senator Robert Byrd from West Virginia, and representing Massachusetts- Senator Edward Kennedy.
The former two have, in the past, had direct ties to white supremacist movements in the United States. Senator Kennedy, in the court of public opinion, has been held responsible in the death of a young woman in the Chappaquidick incident. One cannot imagine Senator Thurmond, approaching100 years in age, making a worthwhile contribution to the legislature of this country. Mr. Byrd otherwise known as the Senator of Pork acquires public funds for pet projects that keeps him in the public eye and ensures reelection. Numerous monuments, buildings and stretches of highway have been named for Senator Byrd. Senator Kennedy's drunken debaucheries and womanizing are legend.
If, hypothetically, term limits were established in the U.S. Senate,…...
Filling these top positions are cumbersome and, occasionally, controversial. Appointment tenure takes time to decide and may often be short leading to confusion within the administration itself, to inaction in decision and work, rapid turn-around and modification in decision making, and confusion.
Using data from the Office of Personnel Management, O'Connell (2009) observed that senate apportioned positions were empty on a mean of one-quarter of the time over the five administrations (spanning from Carter to Bush). O'Connell (2009) recommends deliberate research on underlying problems and active work that is intended to ameliorate these problems. Better still, says O'Connell (2009), are policy reforms that would reduce the amount and duration of vacancies in these senate positions. These reforms would include better training for newer officials, and advance planning by the White House for filling positions, as well as winning commitments from appointees to serve a minimal of two to four years.…...
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DHS, Homeland security, Acting Inspector General and Deputy Inspector General: Charles K. Edwards. Retrieved on 3/6/2011 from: http://www.dhs.gov/xabout/structure/biography_0112.shtml
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*Friel B. (Jan. 31, 2011) Senators Working to Scale Back Chamber's Confirmation Duties. CQ Today Online News
That is, in proposing this model, Minor wanted to encourage further discussion on the topic of faculty participation in university governance in a way that would stimulate conversation that could yield results. Other researchers may want to modify Minor's models after creating some sort of algorithm that can help them become more scientific. Other ways in which researchers might build on Minor's research include investigations into the appropriate function of senates, studies of the associations between certain universities and senates, and discussions regarding the appropriateness of faculty involvement in decision-making.
Who could benefit from reading this article?
For this article, the targeted audience is the faculty and staff of large universities, with emphasis on administrators and faculty, especially faculty that are involved in the faculty senate. Thus, these people could benefit from reading this research, as it deals directly with the situations that they encounter every day. In addition, major corporation…...
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Minor, J.T. (2004, Spring). Understanding faculty senates: Moving from mystery to models. Review of Higher Education,27(3), 343-363.
In February 1950, under House esolution 58, The Senate Committee on Small Business was established. The name of the committee was changed to The Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship in 1981, but still functions in much the same way it has since its inception in the early 1950's (Committee Homepage, 2009). To its credit, the group has held hearings on a multitude of different small business related issues, including recent ones on the barriers to job creation (P Newswire, 2009). Notably, it was a major proponent of the Paperwork eduction Act as well as for major business tax reform that took place in the 1970's and early 1980's under Presidents Carter and eagan. The eagan Administration used this committee extensively in their efforts to severely reduce taxes on small businesses and corporations (NFIB, 2009).
Quite some time ago, The Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurs was granted subpoena…...
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According to a report by the Journal of the American Medical Association, stricter nutrition standards have been identified as one of the most effective ways to lessen obesity in children, particularly those who obtain subsidized or free lunches in school.
The research demonstrated that states with stricter nutrition standards for children had lower obesity rates, especially for lower-income children who were dependent on school lunch programs. These findings provided stronger evidence that the provision of nutritious and healthier foods to children is associated with lower risks of obesity.
Through its research initiatives, the Food Research and Action Center affirms that federal nutrition programs play a crucial role in lessening obesity by enhancing dietary intake and minimizing food insecurity.
While recognizing that federal nutrition programs do not result in the current obesity crisis in America, the study shows that involvement in these programs play an important role in prevention of obesity. As recommended…...
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Bourne, Jacob. "Alejo's Childhood Obesity Bill Heads for Assembly Committee." Watsonville
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' Given the importance of initial legal victories, this would be a devastating turn of events, the consequences of which would most certaintly be the continued and perhaps even intensified suffering and exclusion of America's countless uninsured. As you so eloquently and accurately stated just this past spring, "I believe that a country of our size, the only superpower left in the world -- it's not right that we have 50-60 million people & #8230; with no health insurance." (Bolton, p. 1)
I believe the same thing. And I also believe that the primary reason that this unacceptable condition has occurred is because the healthcare industry is so grotesquely driven by the aim to profit, as opposed to the ambition of achieving improved healthcare outcomes for all Americans. Therefore, I believe the best way of gaining greater funding for federal reform efforts is to make steeper or more enforceable penalties against…...
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Bolton, a. (2013). Reid: More Funding Needed to Prevent Obamacare from Becoming 'Train Wreck.' The Hill.
Redig, a.J. (2009). Adventures in (Health-Insurance-Claim) Wonderland. Health Affairs, 28(5), 1515-1520.
Georgia Senators Georgia was the last of the original 13 colonies to form the basis of America, but it was also one of the states to secede from the Union during the Civil War and join the Confederacy. Georgia has a special history in the U.S., therefore, and its values are traditionally conservative. Its major city is Atlanta and aside from this major urban area, much of the state is rural. Atlanta is a major airport hub for several airlines, has professional sports teams in the MLB, NFL and NBA. There is much countryside in the state, however, and the old city of Savannah is one that attracts a lot of tourists because it still preserves many of its old time colonial qualities and characteristics. The unique make-up of Georgia, its past and its heritage does impact how the state influences legislation and policy positions. The state primarily leans Republican and…...
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Legislative Matrix
Understanding the issues that affect the nursing profession depends upon knowing who the legislators are in one state’s, as every state has its own laws regarding nursing and the extent to which professional nurses may administer to patients. In the Florida House of Representatives and Florida Senate, there are several committees that are designed to address pressing health care issues related to nursing and quality care provision. This paper will describe the legislators associated with theses committees.
In the Florida House there is the Health and Human Services Committee, which is chaired by Rep. Travis Cummings of District 18. Vice-chair is Rep. David Santiago of District 27. Rep. Bobby DuBose of District 94 and is the Democratic Ranking Member of the committee. Other Representatives on the committee include 5 Democrats—Lori Berman—District 90, Tracie Davis—District 13, Roy Hardemon—District 108, David Silvers—District 107 and Patricia Williams—District 92; and 11 Republicans: Jason Brodeur—District…...
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Hain, D., Fleck, L. (2014). Barriers to nurse practitioner practice that impact healthcare redesign. OJIN: The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing, 19(2).HB 543. (2017). Florida Senate. Retrieved from Health and Human Services Committee. (2017). Florida House of Representatives. Retrieved from http://www.myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Committees/committeesdetail.aspx?CommitteeId=2915IOM. (2012). The future of nursing. Retrieved from http://nacns.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/5-IOM-Report.pdfSponsored Bills of Representative Gayle B. Harrell. (2017). Florida House of Representatives. Retrieved from http://www.myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Representatives/sponsoredbills.aspx?MemberId=4211&SessionId=86Sponsored Bills of Representative W. Travis Cummings. (2017). Florida House of Representatives. Retrieved from http://www.myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Representatives/sponsoredbills.aspx?MemberId=4540&SessionId=86https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2017/543
Both ashington and Adams proposed a rather strong federal government with powerful executive powers reserved for the president, though in keeping with Constitutional values and law. Of the first three presidents, Adams was perhaps more concerned with using the powers of the presidency, mainly to prevent legislation being based on fleeting public passions. However, the third president Thomas Jefferson interpreted the executive role as being more egalitarian than many other politicians at the time. Jefferson's ideal presidency was one that sought continual approval of the people: a more directly democratic vision than the federalists would have posed.
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South Dakota and its elections of 2004.The entire discussion in the paper will be based on the factors, which are involved in the Senate elections of the South Dakota. This topic, South Dakota Senate Race 2004 will be analyzed and previewed by discussing four areas:
Voting history and important political demographics of the state.
Candidate characteristics strengths and weaknesses for each of the Major Candidates.
Emerging issues in the state that will likely determine the outcome of the election
Propose a winning scenario for each of the major candidates.
elcome 2004 Voters!
These are the four major areas, which will be presented in the paper so as to present the whole scenario of elections to the readers. These four parts are the major factors, which are included in the election process of South Dakota. Therefore, a complete discussion and analysis of these factors will provide the readers with all the relevant details and essential information…...
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As retrieved from-Additional Voting Information, South Dakota Voting Machines in South Dakota
April 26,2004http://www.congress.org/congressorg/e4/voterinfo/?state=sdOn
As retrieved from South Dakota
The Legislative Branch1When we say that our nation has a bicameral legislature, it means that the legislative branch is divided into two separate assemblies, chambers, or houses. In the United States, this bicameral system consists of the Senate and the House of epresentatives, making up the U.S. Congress. The Senate is the upper house of Congress. Each state, regardless of its size or population, is represented by two senators. This ensures equal representation for each state in this chamber. Therefore, the total number of senators is 100 (2 senators for each of the 50 states). The House of epresentatives, on the other hand, is the lower house of Congress, and its representation is based on the population of each state. The more populous a state is, the more representatives it has. There is a set total of 435 representatives, and these seats are apportioned among the states based on the…...
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Constitutional law is one of the two most important types of law for anyone in the legal field to understand. The United States legal system is derived from a combination of a common law tradition and constitutional law. The common law tradition helps people understand the legal norms that are not expressly outlined in the Constitution or by legislation, while the Constitution places limits and guidelines on the rights and duties that can be governed by the law. This is true with administrative law, which specifically addresses the laws related to various government agencies. This is especially....
Titles in Mexican Culture and Society
In Mexican culture, titles hold immense significance, reflecting deep-rooted social norms, societal hierarchy, and forms of address. These titles are used to denote respect, establish social status, and maintain traditional customs.
Formal Titles
Licenciado (Lic.): A professional title equivalent to a bachelor's degree holder in law or other fields. It is often used for lawyers, doctors, and engineers.
Ingeniero (Ing.): Similar to "Licenciado," this title denotes a bachelor's degree in an engineering field, such as civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering.
Arquitecto (Arq.): Given to architects with a bachelor's degree in architecture.
Maestro (Mtro.): Used for teachers....
The Mangudadatu Family: A Political Dynasty in the Philippines
The Mangudadatu family is a prominent political dynasty in the Philippines, hailing from the province of Maguindanao in the southern region of Mindanao. For decades, they have held significant power and influence in the political landscape of the country, particularly in local and regional politics.
Origins and Rise to Power
The Mangudadatu family traces its political lineage back to the late Datu Udtog Matalam Mangudadatu, who served as a representative for Maguindanao in the Philippine Congress during the 1960s. However, it was his son, Esmael "Toto" Mangudadatu Sr., who cemented the family's political legacy.
Elected....
Recent Developments in Voting Rights Legislation
In the realm of voting rights, the recent years have witnessed significant legislative developments and ongoing debates. Here are some key developments:
1. John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (2021)
The John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, introduced in 2021, aims to restore and strengthen the Voting Rights Act of 1965. It proposes to reinstate the "preclearance" requirement, which obligated certain states with a history of discrimination to obtain federal approval before implementing changes to their election laws. The bill has passed the House of Representatives but currently stalls in the Senate.
2. Voting Rights Act of 2021
The....
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