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. **__Wyoming State Facts-__** . . __ **Wyoming Facts related to my Issues-** __ . **__My Position on 3 Key Issues-__** . **__Alternative Energies-__** I believe that we need to do more in an effort to save and protect earth and its resources. If we don't, many of Earth's valuble resources could be used up. In addition, the use of these forms of energies has been proven to cause harm to Earth and it's many inhabitants. Pollution is causing harm and damage to both the ozone layer and animals, including humans (Newton 2011). More effort to develop alternative fuel sources needs to be implemented. Too much is at stake if something is not done. . **__Immigration-__**I feel that we should not stop immigration, but just limit it. Despite negative waves of feeling against immigration, Americans cannot deny that the majority of their ancestors came from somewhere else. The idea that we are an "immigrant nation" is part of our cultural identity (Simon 2011). I feel that we should keep imposing things like citizenship tests and rules as a requirement to live in America. I agree that immigrants play a large role in America and it's economy. . **__Gun Control-__** I believe that our right to bear arms is to be preserved and protected. There should be limitations and regulations on how and who can own a gun; however, it is our constitutional right to be allowed to bear arms. For instance, a 2010 jury in Chicago declared it unconstitutional to ban the ownership of handguns because of the second amendment's protection of individual rights, which includes the right to bear arms (Carter). . I believe that my bill is very worthy of support. I believe this because it is very well-educated, thought-through, detailed, fully planed-out, and would be very well-effective toward its purpose. I believe it would be very successful in both not just in removing illegal unpermitted guns in the United States, but in preserving the overall safety of many people all over, as well. . **__My Sources-__** Moan, Jaina L., and Zachary A. Smith. "biomass energy." //Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society//. ABC-CLIO, 2011. Web. 17 Mar. 2011.
 * __ Brendan Hanus __**__** (D) Wyoming **__ **__Congress person most like me on issues-Mike Enzi(I agree with his position on alternative energies and the environment.)__****__http://enzi.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/home__**
 * 1) Nickname: 'The Equality State,' because of it's decision made early on to grant women voting rights before any other state had.
 * 2) Ninth largest state of our nation, but second to lowest population density of all states, with five people per square mile.
 * 3) Population: 530,000 people
 * 4) Few cities have more than 10,000 people.
 * 5) Made up of 97,818 square miles.
 * 1) Two of Wyoming's main economic activities are mining and livestock.
 * 2) In the coal mining industry, Wyoming is the leading producer in the United States.
 * 3) Also contains vast amounts of natural gas, helium, petroleum, and uranium as well, making it one of nations top mineral producers overall.
 * 4) 4. A new bill was being proposed in Wyoming known as House Bill 94, the bill allows for legal Wyoming residents to challenge local and state officials in district court if it seems that those officials are not fully enforcing federal immigration laws.
 * 5) 5. Mike Enzi is rated A+ by the [|NRA], indicating a pro-gun rights voting record.
 * My Bill-Number HB71- **

. Newton, David E. "Ozone Depletion: Overview." //Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society//. ABC-CLIO, 2011. Web. 29 Mar. 2011. . Newton, David E. "Air Pollution: Overview." Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society. ABC-CLIO, 2011. Web. 29 Mar. 2011. . Newton, David. "Hazardous Waste Disposal: Overview." //Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society//. ABC-CLIO, 2011. Web. 31 Mar. 2011. . Newton, David E. "Biodiversity: Overview." //Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society//. ABC-CLIO, 2011. Web. 5 Apr. 2011. . Simon, Rita J. "Immigration in America: Overview." //Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society//. ABC-CLIO, 2011. Web. 25 Apr. 2011. . Carter, Gregg Lee. "Gun Control: Overview." //Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society//. ABC-CLIO, 2011. Web. 25 Apr. 2011. . "Gun Rights or Gun Control?: Need To Know." //Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society//. ABC-CLIO, 2011. Web. 25 Apr. 2011