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- H.J.RES.75
H.J.RES.75: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to the use of foreign law as authority in Federal courts.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced Aug. 5, 2011
- Latest Major Action Aug. 5, 2011
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits U.S. courts, including the Supreme Court, from basing opinions or rulings on international laws, treaties, or religious laws. Makes any action of a court in violation of such prohibition null and void.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| Aug. 5, 2011 |
Introduced in the House by John Culberson (R-Texas) |