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Removing deadline for Equal Rights Amendment ratification

This resolution removes the previous deadline for ratifying the Equal Rights Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. This means the amendment can become part of the Constitution once enough states approve it, regardless of how much time has passed. For citizens, this signifies that the pursuit of equal rights can continue without time constraints, potentially influencing future laws on equality.
Key points
The resolution eliminates the time limit previously set for the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment.
The amendment can become part of the U.S. Constitution once three-fourths of the states ratify it, regardless of the date.
This change paves the way for the potential inclusion of equal rights in the Constitution, which could impact future anti-discrimination laws.
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VOTING RESULTS
2021-03-17
52%
For 222
Against 204
Abstain 0
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HJRES_17
Sponsor: Rep. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14]
Process start date: 2021-01-21
Voting date: 2021-03-17
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 82
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Removing the deadline for the ratification of the equal rights amendment.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HJRES_17.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The resolution eliminates the time limit previously set for the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment.
  • The amendment can become part of the U.S. Constitution once three-fourths of the states ratify it, regardless of the date.
  • This change paves the way for the potential inclusion of equal rights in the Constitution, which could impact future anti-discrimination laws.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 12.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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