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- S.J.RES.15
S.J.RES.15: A joint resolution removing the deadline for the ratification of the equal rights amendment.
About This Bill
- Introduced May 7, 2015
- Latest Major Action May 7, 2015
- See the six similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
30 (28 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Eliminates the time limit for ratification of the equal rights amendment (prohibits discrimination on account of sex) proposed to the states in House Joint Resolution 208 of the 92nd Congress, as agreed to in the Senate on March 22, 1972. Declares that such amendment shall be part of the Constitution whenever ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several states.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 7, 2015 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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| May 7, 2015 |
Introduced in the Senate by Benjamin L. Cardin (D-Md.) |