H.J.Res. 17 — 117th Congress
Removing the deadline for the ratification of the equal rights amendment.
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117th Congress| Measure | Title |
|---|---|
| H.Res. 789 · Congress | Censuring Representative Paul Gosar. |
Latest action
Mar 23, 2021Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 12.
CRS summary
As of Mar 17, 2021Passed House
This joint resolution eliminates the deadline for the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment, which prohibits discrimination based on sex. The amendment was proposed to the states in House Joint Resolution 208 of the 92nd Congress, as agreed to in the Senate on March 22, 1972. The amendment shall be part of the Constitution whenever ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the states.
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Roll-call votes
1 on recordMar 17, 2021 · On Passage
Full roll callYea — 222: 218 D · 4 R
Nay — 204: 204 R
Not Voting — 4: 3 R · 1 D
| Member | State |
|---|---|
| Mark Takano | CA |
| Adam Kinzinger | IL |
| Joe Wilson | SC |
| Kevin Brady | TX |
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