Archives: Federalism, Homeland Security and International Relations / Model Policies
Archives: Federalism, Homeland Security and International Relations / Model Policies
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Constitutional Authority Clarification Act
Be it enacted by [THIS STATE]: ARTICLE 1: LEGISLATIVE AUTHORITY OVER JUDICIAL REVIEW. This article shall be known and may be cited as the “Constitutional…
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Joint Declaration of Intent to Promote Investment, Innovation and Research Between This State and the Federal Foreign Office of the Federal Republic of Germany
Introduction The Participants acknowledge the deep political, social, economic, cultural and scientific ties that have strengthened and furthered transatlantic cooperation between the United States and Germany since the end…
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Resolution Highlighting the Importance of the Six Assurances in Reaffirming America’s Commitment to Taiwan and Cross-Strait Security
Section 1. Preamble WHEREAS, in 1982, President Ronald Reagan further clarified the importance and resilience of the US-Taiwan relationship with the issuance of the Six Assurances,…
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Act Clarifying State Constitutional Authority
Be it enacted by [THIS STATE]: Courts and Their Officers. State Review and Effect of Certain Judicial Decisions. Legislative findings and declarations of constitutional authority; interpretive standards. Constitutional basis.
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Foreign Influence Operations Out of American Education Act
Be it enacted by the Legislature: Section 1. Short Title. This article may be cited as the “Foreign Influence Operations Out of American Education Act.” …
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Resolution Calling for an Active Defense of the Electoral College in Opposition to the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact
Section 1. Preamble WHEREAS, the Electoral College, as established in the Constitution of the United States, is an essential part of the design of our federal republic; …
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Guaranteeing Rights Against Novel International Tyranny and Extortion – Defensive Provisions (GRANITE) Act – Foreign Censorship Shield
Section 1. Short Title. This Act may be cited as the “[State] GRANITE Act.” Section 2. Legislative Findings. The [State] Legislature finds that: …
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Amendments to E-Verify Requirement Act
See Amendments Here Section 1. Definitions As used in this chapter: (A) “Employee” means any person directed, allowed, or permitted to perform labor or services of any…
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Federal Funds Stress Test Act
In consultation with the [Federalism Commission] and subject to legislative appropriation, the [Center at a State Institution of Higher Learning] shall: (a) create and maintain a digital dashboard that visualizes…
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Combatting Internet Crimes Against Children Act
Section 1. Definitions (A) “Affiliate” means a local law enforcement agency in this State which has a current memorandum of understanding with an established internet crimes against children task force or…
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Prohibiting Foreign Funding from Ballot Measures Act
Chapter 1 Section 1. Section [STATUTE] is enacted to read: Initial certification regarding foreign funding; no foreign funding to ballot initiative or referendum committees. (A)…
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Gavin’s Law Act
Be it enacted by this legislative chamber: An ACT to Amend this State’s Code of Laws by Enacting “Gavin’s Law” by Adding a Section to Create the Offenses Of…
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Human Trafficking Identification and Reporting Act
Section 1. {Short Title.} This Act shall be known and may be cited as the “Human Trafficking Identification and Reporting Act.” Section 2. {Legislative Findings.} (A) Finding 1.
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Statement of Principles on Policies Relating to The People’s Republic of China
States should implement policies that protect their citizens from the growing economic and security threats posed by the People’s Republic of China. Avoid Funding Chinese Military Development…
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Act to Establish a State Committee on Foreign Investment
A MODEL POLICY TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT relating to the establishment of the [INSERT STATE] Committee on Foreign Investment to review certain transactions involving certain foreign entities…
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Act Prohibiting the Purchase or Acquisition of Real Property by Certain Foreign Entities
An ACT relating to the purchase or acquisition of an interest in real property by certain aliens or foreign entities; creating a criminal offense; providing a civil penalty. …
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Never Forget: September Eleventh Awareness Education Act
Section 1. Short Title This policy shall be known as the “Never Forget: September Eleventh Awareness Education Act.” Section 2. Purpose and Findings …
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State Constitutional Amendment: Jury – Determined Compensation for Property Devaluations Caused by Regulatory Takings
WHEREAS, the U.S. Constitution explicitly states in Article I, Section 8, Clause 8 that Congress has the power “to promote the Progress of Science and useful Arts, by securing for…
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State Constitutional Amendment To Oppose New State Taxes, Increased Spending, and Debt Without Voter Approval
WHEREAS, States through their respective constitutional amendment processes should adopt fiscal responsibility amendments that (I) impose limits on the amount of money government can tax and spend, (II) tie the…
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Resolution Recognizing The Seriousness Of The National Debt And Its Threat To National Security
WHEREAS, In March 2025, the outstanding public debt of the U.S. totaled more than $36 trillion, with public debt equaling 124 percent of gross domestic product and the debt owed…