Bill119th CongressFiled Sep 15, 2026Crime and Law Enforcement
H.J.Res. 216
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.
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What just happenedSep 15, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5](D-GA)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseSep 15, 2026
- Sep 15, 2026IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Introduced in House
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Introduced in House