S.J.Res. 214 Introduced Crime and Law Enforcement

A joint resolution 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.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed Senate
  4. Passed House
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR] Introduced September 15, 2026 Cosponsors 12 (12 D) Latest action September 15, 2026

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  1. Sep 15, 2026 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
  2. Sep 15, 2026 Introduced in Senate

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