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- H.J.RES.35
H.J.RES.35: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to equal rights for men and women.
About This Bill
- Introduced Jan. 29, 2019
- Latest Major Action Jan. 29, 2019
- See the thirteen similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
180 (179 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Jan. 29, 2019
Bill Summary
Constitutional Amendment This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment declaring that women shall have equal rights in the United States and every place subject to its jurisdiction. The amendment prohibits the United States or any state from denying or abridging equal rights under the law on account of sex.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Jan. 29, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Justice.
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Jan. 29, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Jan. 29, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
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Jan. 29, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Carolyn B. Maloney (D-N.Y.) |