AKASUNIC

AKASUNIC

**Political Party**- Independent


 * I most agree with representative Nick Rahall of West Virginia on many key issues.** []


 * 3 most important issues-

Crime-** I believe in setting in a strict policy on those who commit crimes, giving longer sentences to more violent and severe crimes. I believe in a safer place of living without fear of crime. I do support the death penalty. And I would like more attempt at the re-civilizing of previous criminals.


 * Economy-** We need a strong economy, without one, there will be no money to fund things that need to be done, there will be less money for schools, repair, and many other important and needed factors.


 * Education-** A good education to children means happier, more productive citizens that will contribute to society in a much more positive way.


 * Bill Information-**
 * HB 30 Fifteen to Death Act- http://mockcongress09.wikispaces.com/HB+30

Sponsers **: AKASUNIC (I-WV), NBARNOSKI (I-MT)

**Purpose** : No convicted felon may be sentenced to the death penalty unless they have been charged for heinous crimes with a sentence equaling or over 15 years.

**Terms/Eligibility** : All criminals that are convicted.

**Terms and Benefits** :
 * This bill will be in place as long as it is deemed positive and constitutional.
 * This bill will protect criminals from being put to death for less severe crimes, or for severe crimes under certain circumstances.
 * This bill will keep a judges' and juries' power in check by not allowing the death penalty for minor things.
 * Fiscal Impact**: Estimated total cost: $1,600,000
 * Marketing: Posters, commercials, ads etc. $600,000
 * Legal: More judges needed to enforce law (estimated $1,000,000 in salaries per year)

Citizens are taxed within 5 income brackets, which range from 3.0% to 6.5%. West Virginia is one of thirteen states that does not have a death penalty. West Virginia has the oldest population of any state, the median age is 40. West Virginia has 55 counties. Estimated Population of 1,816,856.
 * Facts about West Virginia-**

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