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H.J.RES.72: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States with respect to the right to life.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced March 1, 1995
- Latest Major Action March 15, 1995
- See the eleven similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
6 (1 Democrat, 5 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Constitutional Amendment - Defines "person" to include the unborn for the purpose of the right to life. Prohibits depriving any unborn person of life, except for medical procedures required to prevent the death of the mother.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.
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March 1, 1995 |
Introduced in the House by James L. Oberstar (D-Minn.) |