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one-subject rule

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A quick definition of one-subject rule:

The one-subject rule is a principle that says a law should only be about one thing, and that one thing should be clearly stated in the title of the law. This means that laws should not try to cover too many different topics at once.

A more thorough explanation:

The one-subject rule is a principle that states that a law should only cover one topic, and that topic should be clearly stated in the law's title. This rule helps to ensure that laws are clear and concise, and that lawmakers do not try to sneak unrelated provisions into a bill.

For example, a law that is titled "An Act to Increase Funding for Public Schools" should only contain provisions related to education funding. It should not include unrelated provisions, such as tax breaks for corporations or changes to environmental regulations.

Another example would be a law titled "An Act to Regulate the Sale of Tobacco Products." This law should only contain provisions related to the sale and distribution of tobacco products. It should not include provisions related to other products, such as alcohol or firearms.

These examples illustrate how the one-subject rule helps to ensure that laws are focused and clear. By limiting each law to one topic, lawmakers can avoid confusion and ensure that the public understands what the law is intended to do.

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HopefullyInLawSchool
16:03
@UnderRepresentedTryhard: Yes only for YM applicants tho
RoaldDahl
16:05
dodged the mich r wave what does this mean
HopefullyInLawSchool
16:06
it means you will not be rejected today and may be accepted or WL in the future
Just got my Michigan rejection
BookwormBroker
16:10
same
RoaldDahl
16:10
@HopefullyInLawSchool: what if i already got rejected. does it mean anything
HopefullyInLawSchool
16:12
@RoaldDahl: Likely not however it could mean nothing
RoaldDahl
16:15
So if it means nothing does that mean something?
HopefullyInLawSchool
16:17
Possibly
RoaldDahl
16:26
Cool
RoaldDahl
16:26
thank you!!!! i hope it means something
pinkandblue
16:31
fart
IrishDinosaur
16:36
Mich R gang lesgooo
Did anyone else get that random get to know nova email?
HopefullyInLawSchool
17:21
Ya it was sent to all YM applicants
starfishies
17:37
Anyone get the NDLS email inviting you to apply for something even though they haven’t made a decision on your app yet
17:38
Better yet I got the email and I was rejected last month
starfishies
17:38
Wtf
starfishies
17:39
and the deadline is in like a week what is this
any cardozo movement?
BatmanBeyond
18:01
Sent a LOCI via portal, but I'm wondering if email would have gotten me a swifter response
BatmanBeyond
18:02
This whole hold/wait-list/reserve system is a headache
loci already?
BatmanBeyond
18:09
If the odds are like 1-2% I don't think it matters much by the numbers
12:11
I got the same NDLS email
OrangeThing
12:18
I think the user profiles are broken
19:29
Any word out of Notre Dame?
19:29
Only the invitation to apply for LSE
19:29
Anyone received a decision from NDLS?
19:50
when did u guys apply that just heard from umich? they havent even glanced at my app yet
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