Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime.

Bill Number

HJRES 53

Introduced

Jun 17, 2021

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

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Topics

Constitution and constitutional amendments Correctional facilities and imprisonment Crime and Law Enforcement Criminal procedure and sentencing

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Summary

This joint resolution proposes an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that prohibits slavery and involuntary servitude as a criminal punishment.

Actions

Nov 1, 2022

Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
Jun 17, 2021

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Jun 17, 2021

Introduced in House

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