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- H.J.RES.163
H.J.RES.163: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States restoring the right of Americans to pray in public institutions, including public school graduation ceremonies and athletic events.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 103rd Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced March 24, 1993
- Latest Major Action March 26, 1993
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
19 (7 Democrats, 12 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Constitutional Amendment - Declares that nothing in the Constitution shall be construed to prohibit voluntary individual or group prayer in public schools or other public institutions, or to prohibit prayer at public school baccalaureate services, athletic events, or other extracurricular activities. States that no person shall be required by the United States or any State to participate in prayer or be present during any prayer. Provides that...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Judiciary.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Civil and Constitutional Rights.
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| March 24, 1993 |
Introduced in the House by Bill Hefner (D-N.C.) |