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OH HJR8
Joint Resolution
Status
Introduced
5/25/2016
Primary Sponsor
Alicia Reece
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AI Summary
- Proposes constitutional amendment to Section 6 of Article I of Ohio Constitution to eliminate the exception permitting involuntary servitude as punishment for crime
- Requires three-fifths approval by members of each house of the General Assembly to advance to ballot
- Scheduled for voter approval at the general election on November 8, 2016
- Amendment takes effect immediately upon adoption by majority of electors voting on the measure
- Current constitutional language allowing involuntary servitude for criminal punishment would be repealed upon effective date
Legislative Description
Prohibit slavery as criminal punishment
Last Action
Refer to Committee: Government Accountability and Oversight
11/10/2016
Committee Referrals
Government Accountability and Oversight11/10/2016
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