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CT SJ00035

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/31/2025

Primary Sponsor

Government Administration and Elections Committee

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Origin

Senate

2025 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Proposes amending Article Twenty-First of the Connecticut Constitution to expand the definition of sex discrimination under the equal protection clause

  • Explicitly defines sex-based discrimination to include discrimination based on pregnancy (preventing, initiating, continuing, or terminating a pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and related health care

  • Covers discrimination in both intent and effect regarding civil and political rights

  • Amendment would be continued to the next General Assembly session or presented to voters at the November 3, 2026 general election

  • Received a Joint Favorable report from the Government Administration and Elections Committee

Legislative Description

Resolution Proposing A State Constitutional Amendment Concerning Discrimination On The Basis Of Sex Under The Equal Protection Clause.

Last Action

File Number 136

3/19/2025

Committee Referrals

Government Administration and Elections1/31/2025

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