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HJRES 216ReferredFederalhouse
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 September 15, 2026Last action September 15, 2026
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Introduced
Referred
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Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
September 15, 2026
Sponsor
R
Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]DGA
Committees
the Judiciary
Legislative History
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sep 15, 2026Introduced in House
Sep 15, 2026Introduced in House
Sep 15, 2026