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- S.J.RES.41
S.J.RES.41: A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the electoral college and to provide for the direct popular election of the President and Vice President of the United States.
About This Bill
- Introduced Nov. 15, 2016
- Latest Major Action Nov. 15, 2016
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Constitutional Amendment The President and Vice President shall be jointly elected by the direct vote of the qualified electors of the several states and territories and the District of Columbia.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Nov. 15, 2016 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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| Nov. 15, 2016 |
Introduced in the Senate by Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) |