HJRES 92 · 116th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement

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.

Introduced 2020-06-29· Sponsored by Rep. Richmond, Cedric L. [D-LA-2]· House

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Latest: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.(2020-06-29)

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[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment prohibiting the use of slavery or involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime.…

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Cosponsors (4)

4 Democrats
Rep. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3]MN
Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-20]FL
Rep. Rush, Bobby L. [D-IL-1]IL
Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5]CT