Asked by Vanessa Jade Bacual on Sep 26, 2024
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A bill proposed in Congress that grants citizenship to a specifically named individual from a
Foreign country would be an example of a(n)
A) public bill.
B) private bill.
C) executive order.
D) executive agreement.
Private Bill
A proposal for a law that would apply to a particular individual or group of individuals, or corporate entity, unlike public bills which apply to everyone within their jurisdiction.
Citizenship
The status of being a citizen, entailing specific rights, duties, and privileges; typically involves a legal relationship between an individual and a nation-state.
Foreign Country
A nation that is located outside of one's own country's boundaries.
- Understand the different types of bills in Congress and their specific purposes.
Verified Answer
ND
Natalie Dixonabout 15 hours ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
A private bill is a legislative proposal that only affects a specific individual or group, while a public bill applies to the general population. Granting citizenship to a specific individual from a foreign country is a specific and individual matter, making it an example of a private bill. Executive orders and agreements are actions taken by the President, not Congress.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the different types of bills in Congress and their specific purposes.