Proposed Amendment to the United States Constitution; ratify -CA
Impact
The implications of the SR55 resolution are substantial as it signifies Georgia's endorsement of a constitutional amendment that has garnered significant national attention over the years. If ratified, this amendment would further solidify protections against gender discrimination, potentially influencing various state laws related to employment, education, and health care. Furthermore, the resolution confirms the importance of revisiting the Equal Rights Amendment, which has been pending ratification for decades, highlighting ongoing societal demands for gender equality.
Summary
Senate Resolution 55 (SR55) calls for the ratification of a proposed amendment to the United States Constitution concerning gender equality. Specifically, the resolution states that equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or any state on account of sex. This proposed amendment aims to ensure that gender equality is enshrined in the Constitution, thereby reinforcing the rights of all individuals regardless of sex. The resolution reflects the state's commitment to addressing gender-based discrimination and elevating the discourse on civil rights for women and men alike.
Contention
While the bill's motivations are rooted in promoting equality, there are notable points of contention. Opponents of the Equal Rights Amendment have historically expressed concerns that it could lead to unintended legal consequences, particularly in areas such as statutory protections for women or gender-specific programs. Debates surrounding the bill often center on the balance between ensuring equal rights while preserving existing legal frameworks that some believe afford necessary protections for women. As the bill moves through legislative processes, these discussions will likely reflect the wider national dialogue on gender equality and civil rights.
Clarifying that the 1972 ratification by the 62nd Texas Legislature, 2nd Called Session, of the proposed 1972 Equal Rights Amendment to the Constitution of the United States was only valid through March 22, 1979.
A resolution recognizing the expiration of the Equal Rights Amendment proposed by Congress in March 1972, and observing that Congress has no authority to modify a resolution proposing a constitutional amendment after the amendment has been submitted to the States or after the amendment has expired.
Urging the Congress of the United States to propose and submit to the states for ratification a federal balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States and, in the event that Congress does not submit such an amendment on or before December 31, 2011, applying to Congress to call a convention for the specific and exclusive purpose of proposing an amendment to that constitution to provide, in the absence of a national emergency and on a two-thirds vote of Congress, for a federal balanced budget and requesting that the legislatures of each of the several states that compose the United States apply to Congress to call a convention to propose such an amendment.
RESCINDING ALL PREVIOUS RESOLUTIONS OF THE ALABAMA LEGISLATURE WHICH REQUEST CONGRESS TO CALL A CONVENTION PURSUANT TO ARTICLE V OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION.
RESCINDING ALL PREVIOUS RESOLUTIONS OF THE ALABAMA LEGISLATURE WHICH REQUEST CONGRESS TO CALL A CONVENTION PURSUANT TO ARTICLE V OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION.