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FL S1192
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
- Florida Legislature ratifies the proposed Equal Rights Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which was approved by Congress on a two-thirds majority and sent to states on March 22, 1972
- The amendment guarantees that equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or any state on account of sex
- Congress is granted power to enforce the amendment through appropriate legislation, with the amendment taking effect two years after ratification
- 35 of the necessary 38 states have already ratified the amendment at the time of this resolution
- Florida's Secretary of State is directed to send certified copies of the resolution to federal officials including the President, Secretary of State, and Congress leadership
Legislative Description
Equal Rights for Men and Women [SPSC]
Last Action
Died in Committee on Judiciary
4/30/2010
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/20/2010
Full Bill Text
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