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Constitutional Amendment Proposal: Voting Rights for 16-Year-Olds

This joint resolution proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the United States extending the right to vote to citizens sixteen years of age or older. The proposal includes the repeal of the twenty-sixth article of amendment. Congress is granted the power to enforce this article by appropriate legislation.
Key points
Proposal to extend the right to vote to citizens sixteen years of age or older.
Repeal of the twenty-sixth amendment to the Constitution.
The right to vote for citizens 16 and older shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or any State on account of age.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HJRES_16
Sponsor: Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6]
Process start date: 2025-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States extending the right to vote to citizens sixteen years of age or older.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HJRES_16.

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 2025-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Proposal to extend the right to vote to citizens sixteen years of age or older.
  • Repeal of the twenty-sixth amendment to the Constitution.
  • The right to vote for citizens 16 and older shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or any State on account of age.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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