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End Forced Child Marriages: Study on Marital Age of Consent

This act aims to study the issue of child marriages in the United States. The Secretary will analyze state laws regarding the minimum marriage age and the prevalence of marriages involving children below that age. The goal is to understand if legal exceptions contribute to such marriages and their impact on child safety.
Key points
Requires a nationwide study on the minimum marriage age in each state.
Examines the prevalence of child marriages and whether legal exceptions facilitate them.
Assesses the impact of these exceptions on child safety and mandates a report of the findings.
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Print number: 117_HR_1606
Sponsor: Rep. Taylor, Van [R-TX-3]
Process start date: 2021-03-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

End Forced Child Marriages Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1606.

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 2021-03-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires a nationwide study on the minimum marriage age in each state.
  • Examines the prevalence of child marriages and whether legal exceptions facilitate them.
  • Assesses the impact of these exceptions on child safety and mandates a report of the findings.
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

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Taylor, Van [R-TX-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

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

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Family Courts and Law