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REMOVING THE DEADLINE FOR THE RATIFICATION OF THE EQUAL RIGHTS AMENDMENT.

Removing the deadline for the ratification of the equal rights amendment. That notwithstanding any time limit contained in House Joint Resolution 208, 92nd Congress, as agreed to in the Senate on March 22, 1972, the article of amendment proposed to the States in that joint resolution shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution whenever ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States

Summary: This joint resolution eliminates the deadline for the ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment, which prohibits discrimination based on sex. The amendment was proposed to the states in House Joint Resolution 208 of the 92nd Congress, as agreed to in the Senate on March 22, 1972. The amendment shall be part of the Constitution whenever ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the states.
CALLING ON THE UNITED STATES AND CONGRESS TO TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION TO ADDRESS THE CHALLENGE OF CLIMATE CHANGE.

Calling on the United States and Congress to take immediate action to address the challenge of climate change. That it is the sense of Congress that— (1) climate change is real; (2) human activity during the last century is the dominant cause of the climate crisis; and (3) the United States and Congress should take immediate action to address the challenge of climate change

Summary: This joint resolution calls on the United States and Congress to immediately address climate change.
RELATING TO THE USE OF MILITARY FORCE AGAINST THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN.

Relating to the use of military force against the Islamic Republic of Iran. 1. Use of military force against the Islamic Republic of Iran Neither the Authorization for Use of Military Force ( Public Law 107–40 50 U.S.C. 1541 Public Law 107–243 50 U.S.C. 1541

Summary: This joint resolution prohibits the interpretation of previous authorizations for use of military force, whether against Iraq or otherwise, as statutory authorization for the use of military force against Iran.
PROVIDING FOR THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JOHN FAHEY AS A CITIZEN REGENT OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION.

Providing for the reappointment of John Fahey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. That, in accordance with section 5581 of the Revised Statutes ( 20 U.S.C. 43

Summary: This joint resolution reappoints John Fahey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
PROVIDING FOR THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JOHN FAHEY AS A CITIZEN REGENT OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION.

Providing for the reappointment of John Fahey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. That, in accordance with section 5581 of the Revised Statutes ( 20 U.S.C. 43 Speaker of the House of Representatives Vice President of the United States and President of the Senate

Summary: This joint resolution reappoints John Fahey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
PROVIDING FOR THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JOHN FAHEY AS A CITIZEN REGENT OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION.

Providing for the reappointment of John Fahey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. That, in accordance with section 5581 of the Revised Statutes ( 20 U.S.C. 43 Passed the Senate January 9, 2020. Secretary

Summary: This joint resolution reappoints John Fahey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
PROVIDING FOR THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JOHN FAHEY AS A CITIZEN REGENT OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION.

Providing for the reappointment of John Fahey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. That, in accordance with section 5581 of the Revised Statutes ( 20 U.S.C. 43 Passed the Senate January 9, 2020. Julie E. Adams, Secretary

Summary: This joint resolution reappoints John Fahey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
PROVIDING FOR THE REAPPOINTMENT OF RISA LAVIZZO-MOUREY AS A CITIZEN REGENT OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION.

Providing for the reappointment of Risa Lavizzo-Mourey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. That, in accordance with section 5581 of the Revised Statutes ( 20 U.S.C. 43

Summary: This joint resolution reappoints Risa Lavizzo-Mourey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
PROVIDING FOR THE REAPPOINTMENT OF RISA LAVIZZO-MOUREY AS A CITIZEN REGENT OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION.

Providing for the reappointment of Risa Lavizzo-Mourey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. That, in accordance with section 5581 of the Revised Statutes ( 20 U.S.C. 43 Speaker of the House of Representatives Vice President of the United States and President of the Senate

Summary: This joint resolution reappoints Risa Lavizzo-Mourey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
PROVIDING FOR THE REAPPOINTMENT OF RISA LAVIZZO-MOUREY AS A CITIZEN REGENT OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION.

Providing for the reappointment of Risa Lavizzo-Mourey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. That, in accordance with section 5581 of the Revised Statutes ( 20 U.S.C. 43 Passed the Senate January 9, 2020. Secretary

Summary: This joint resolution reappoints Risa Lavizzo-Mourey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
PROVIDING FOR THE REAPPOINTMENT OF RISA LAVIZZO-MOUREY AS A CITIZEN REGENT OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION.

Providing for the reappointment of Risa Lavizzo-Mourey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. That, in accordance with section 5581 of the Revised Statutes ( 20 U.S.C. 43 Passed the Senate January 9, 2020. Julie E. Adams, Secretary

Summary: This joint resolution reappoints Risa Lavizzo-Mourey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
TO DIRECT THE REMOVAL OF UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES FROM HOSTILITIES AGAINST THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN THAT HAVE NOT BEEN AUTHORIZED BY CONGRESS.

To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress. 1. Findings Congress makes the following findings: (1) Congress has the sole power to declare war under article I, section 8, clause 11 of the United States Constitution. (2) Congress has not yet declared war upon, nor enacted a specific statutory authorization for use of military force against, the Islamic Republic of Iran. The 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force ( Public Law 107–40 50 U.S.C. 1541 Public Law 107–243 50 U.S.C. 1541 (3) The conflict between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran constitutes, within the meaning of section 4(a) of the War Powers Resolution ( 50 U.S.C. 1543(a) (4) Section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution ( 50 U.S.C. 1544(c) at any time that United States Armed Forces are engaged in hostilities outside the territory of the United States, its possessions and territories without a declaration of war or specific statutory authorization, such forces shall be removed by the President if the Congress so directs (5) Section 8(c) of the War Powers Resolution ( 50 U.S.C. 1547(c) the assignment of members of such armed forces to command, coordinate, participate in the movement of, or accompany the regular or irregular forces of any foreign country or government when such military forces are engaged, or there exists an imminent threat that such forces will become engaged in, hostilities (6) The United States Armed Forces have been introduced into hostilities, as defined by the War Powers Resolution, against Iran. (7) The question of whether United States forces should be engaged in hostilities against Iran should be answered following a full briefing to Congress and the American public of the issues at stake, a public debate in Congress, and a congressional vote as contemplated by the Constitution. (8) Section 1013 of the Department of State Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1984 and 1985 ( 50 U.S.C. 1546a 2. Termination of the use of United States Forces for hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran (a) Termination Pursuant to section 1013 of the Department of State Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1984 and 1985 ( 50 U.S.C. 1546a (b) Rule of construction Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself from imminent attack

Summary: This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a congressional declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force.
TO DIRECT THE REMOVAL OF UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES FROM HOSTILITIES AGAINST THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN THAT HAVE NOT BEEN AUTHORIZED BY CONGRESS.

To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress. 1. Findings Congress makes the following findings: (1) Congress has the sole power to declare war under article I, section 8, clause 11 of the United States Constitution. (2) Congress has not yet declared war upon, nor enacted a specific statutory authorization for use of military force against, the Islamic Republic of Iran. The 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force ( Public Law 107–40 50 U.S.C. 1541 Public Law 107–243 50 U.S.C. 1541 (3) The conflict between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran constitutes, within the meaning of section 4(a) of the War Powers Resolution ( 50 U.S.C. 1543(a) (4) Section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution ( 50 U.S.C. 1544(c) at any time that United States Armed Forces are engaged in hostilities outside the territory of the United States, its possessions and territories without a declaration of war or specific statutory authorization, such forces shall be removed by the President if the Congress so directs (5) Section 8(c) of the War Powers Resolution ( 50 U.S.C. 1547(c) the assignment of members of such armed forces to command, coordinate, participate in the movement of, or accompany the regular or irregular forces of any foreign country or government when such military forces are engaged, or there exists an imminent threat that such forces will become engaged in, hostilities (6) The United States Armed Forces have been introduced into hostilities, as defined by the War Powers Resolution, against Iran. (7) The question of whether United States forces should be engaged in hostilities against Iran should be answered following a full briefing to Congress and the American public of the issues at stake, a public debate in Congress, and a congressional vote as contemplated by the Constitution. (8) Section 1013 of the Department of State Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1984 and 1985 ( 50 U.S.C. 1546a 2. Termination of the use of United States Forces for hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran (a) Termination Pursuant to section 1013 of the Department of State Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1984 and 1985 ( 50 U.S.C. 1546a (b) Rule of construction Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent the United States from defending itself from imminent attack. February 12, 2020 Committee discharged, by motion, pursuant to 50 U.S.C. 1546a

Summary: This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a congressional declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force.
TO DIRECT THE REMOVAL OF UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES FROM HOSTILITIES AGAINST THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN THAT HAVE NOT BEEN AUTHORIZED BY CONGRESS.

To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress. 1. Findings Congress makes the following findings: (1) Congress has the sole power to declare war under article I, section 8, clause 11 of the United States Constitution. (2) Congress has not yet declared war upon, nor enacted a specific statutory authorization for use of military force against, the Islamic Republic of Iran. Neither the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force ( Public Law 107–40 50 U.S.C. 1541 Public Law 107–243 50 U.S.C. 1541 (3) Section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution ( 50 U.S.C. 1544(c) at any time that United States Armed Forces are engaged in hostilities outside the territory of the United States, its possessions and territories without a declaration of war or specific statutory authorization, such forces shall be removed by the President if the Congress so directs (4) The United States Armed Forces have been introduced into hostilities, as defined by the War Powers Resolution, against Iran. (5) The question of whether United States forces should be engaged in hostilities against Iran should only be answered following a full briefing to Congress and the American public of the issues at stake, a public debate in Congress, and a congressional vote as contemplated by the Constitution. (6) Section 1013 of the Department of State Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1984 and 1985 ( 50 U.S.C. 1546a 2. Removal of United States Armed Forces engaged in hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran Pursuant to section 1013 of the Department of State Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1984 and 1985 ( 50 U.S.C. 1546a 3. Rule of construction Nothing in this resolution shall be construed— (1) to prevent the United States from defending itself from imminent attack; or (2) to direct the physical removal or realignment of United States Armed Forces in the Middle East

Summary: This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran unless explicitly authorized by a congressional declaration of war or a specific authorization for use of military force.
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES RELATIVE TO THE VOTING THRESHOLD FOR IMPEACHMENT.

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the voting threshold for impeachment. That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission by the Congress: — 1. The House of Representatives may only agree to an article of impeachment upon the affirmative vote of not less than three-fifths of the Members of the House of Representatives, duly chosen and sworn.

Summary: This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that allows the House of Representatives to agree to an article of impeachment only upon a vote of at least three-fifths of its Members.
WITHDRAWING APPROVAL OF THE AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING THE WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION.

Withdrawing approval of the Agreement Establishing the World Trade Organization. That the Congress withdraws its approval, provided under section 101(a) of the Uruguay Round Agreements Act, of the WTO Agreement as defined in section 2(9) of that Act

Summary: This resolution withdraws congressional approval of the World Trade Organization Agreement, which established the World Trade Organization.
PROVIDING FOR THE REAPPOINTMENT OF MICHAEL M. LYNTON AS A CITIZEN REGENT OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION.

Providing for the reappointment of Michael M. Lynton as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. That, in accordance with section 5581 of the Revised Statutes of the United States ( 20 U.S.C. 43 Passed the Senate May 20, 2020. Secretary

Summary: This joint resolution reappoints Michael M. Lynton as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
PROVIDING FOR THE REAPPOINTMENT OF MICHAEL M. LYNTON AS A CITIZEN REGENT OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION.

Providing for the reappointment of Michael M. Lynton as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. That, in accordance with section 5581 of the Revised Statutes of the United States ( 20 U.S.C. 43

Summary: This joint resolution reappoints Michael M. Lynton as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF FRANKLIN D. RAINES AS A CITIZEN REGENT OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION.

Providing for the appointment of Franklin D. Raines as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. That, in accordance with section 5581 of the Revised Statutes of the United States ( 20 U.S.C. 43

Summary: This joint resolution appoints Franklin D. Raines as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
REQUESTING THE SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR TO AUTHORIZE A UNIQUE AND 1-TIME ARRANGEMENT FOR CERTAIN DISPLAYS ON MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL RELATING TO THE CENTENNIAL OF THE RATIFICATION OF THE 19TH AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES DURING THE PERIOD BEGINNING AUGUST 18, 2020, AND ENDING ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2020.

Requesting the Secretary of the Interior to authorize a unique and 1-time arrangement for certain displays on Mount Rushmore National Memorial relating to the centennial of the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States during the period beginning August 18, 2020, and ending on September 30, 2020. Whereas, on May 21, 1919, the House of Representatives adopted House Joint Resolution 1, 66th Congress, proposing an amendment to the Constitution extending the right of suffrage to women; Whereas, on June 4, 1919, the Senate adopted House Joint Resolution 1, 66th Congress, sending to the States for ratification the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States; Whereas, on August 18, 1920, the 36th State approved the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, satisfying the constitutional threshold of passage in 3/4 Whereas, on August 26, 1920, Secretary of State Bainbridge Colby certified the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States; Whereas section 431(a)(3) of the Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017 ( Public Law 115–31 to ensure a suitable observance of the centennial of the passage and ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing for women’s suffrage Whereas August 18, 2020, marks the centennial of the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States by 3/4 Whereas August 26, 2020, marks the centennial of the 19th Amendment becoming a part of the Constitution of the United States; and Whereas the centennial anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing for women’s suffrage should be honored and celebrated: Now, therefore, be it That Congress— (1) requests the Secretary of the Interior to authorize a unique and 1-time arrangement to commemorate the centennial of the passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States entitled LOOK UP TO HER at Mount Rushmore (2) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) the Secretary of the Interior; and (B) the Lincoln Borglum Museum at the Mount Rushmore National Memorial.

Summary: This joint resolution requests the Department of the Interior to authorize a one-time arrangement to commemorate the centennial of the passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution entitled LOOK UP TO HER at Mount Rushmore with a display of historical artifacts, digital content, film footage, and associated historical audio and imagery in and around the vicinity of the Mount Rushmore National Memorial in South Dakota for 14 nights of public display during August 18-September 30, 2020.
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES RELATIVE TO THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT TO VOTE.

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the fundamental right to vote. That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States: — 1. Every citizen of the United States, who is of legal voting age, shall have the fundamental right to vote in any public election held in the jurisdiction in which the citizen resides. 2. The fundamental right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State or political subdivision within a State unless such denial or abridgment is in furtherance of a compelling governmental interest and is the least restrictive means of furthering that compelling governmental interest. 3. The portion of section 2 of the fourteenth article of amendment to the Constitution of the United States that consists of the phrase or other crime, 4. The Congress shall have the power to enforce this article and protect against any denial or abridgement of the fundamental right to vote by legislation.

Summary: This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment related to the fundamental right to vote. Specifically, it grants every U.S. citizen of legal voting age the fundamental right to vote in any public election held in the jurisdiction in which the citizen resides. Next, it specifies that the fundamental right to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States, a state, or a political subdivision of a state, unless the denial or abridgment is in furtherance of a compelling governmental interest by the least restrictive means. Finally, it repeals a specific portion of the Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution, which allows for the denial of the right to vote based on crime. (Currently, some states disallow individuals from voting, either temporarily or indefinitely, after incarceration for a felony.)
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES TO REQUIRE THAT THE SUPREME COURT OF THE UNITED STATES BE COMPOSED OF NINE JUSTICES.

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justices. That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: — The Supreme Court of the United States shall be composed of nine justices. . November 9, 2020 Read for the second time and placed on the calendar

Summary: This joint resolution proposes an amendment to the Constitution to require that the Supreme Court consist of nine justices.
PROVIDING FOR CONGRESSIONAL DISAPPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED FOREIGN MILITARY SALE TO THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES OF CERTAIN DEFENSE ARTICLES AND SERVICES.

Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the United Arab Emirates of certain defense articles and services. That the following proposed foreign military sale to the United Arab Emirates is prohibited: (1) The sale of the following defense articles, including defense services and technical data, described in Transmittal No. 21–05, submitted to Congress pursuant to section 36(b) of the Arms Export Control Act ( 22 U.S.C. 2776(b)

Summary: This joint resolution prohibits the proposed sale of various defense articles and related support services to the United Arab Emirates, as described in Transmittal No. 17-39 and published in the Congressional Record on June 4, 2019.