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- H.J.RES.28
H.J.RES.28: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to equal rights for men and women.
About This Bill
- Introduced Feb. 26, 2021
- Latest Major Action April 28, 2021
- See the twelve similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
105 (104 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Feb. 26, 2021
Bill Summary
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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April 28, 2021 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
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Feb. 26, 2021 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Feb. 26, 2021 |
Introduced in the House by Carolyn B. Maloney (D-N.Y.) |