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FL S0068
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Introduced
11/26/2012
Primary Sponsor
Gwen Margolis
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AI Summary
- Florida ratifies the proposed Equal Rights Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which was approved by Congress on March 22, 1972
- The amendment prohibits the denial or abridging of equality of rights under the law based on sex by the United States or any state
- Congress is authorized to enforce the amendment through appropriate legislation, with the amendment taking effect two years after ratification
- 35 of the necessary 38 states had already ratified the amendment at the time of this resolution
- The Secretary of State must forward certified copies of the resolution to federal officials including the President, Secretary of State, and congressional leadership
Legislative Description
Equal Rights for Men and Women
Last Action
Withdrawn prior to introduction
11/28/2012
Full Bill Text
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