Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HCR200

Introduced

3/10/23

Refer

3/15/23

Refer

3/29/23

Report Pass

4/5/23

Engrossed

4/5/23

Refer

4/11/23

Report Pass

4/21/23

Passed

4/24/23

Caption

Urging The President Of The United States To Publish The Equal Rights Amendment As The Twenty-eighth Amendment To The Constitution Of The United States Of America.

Impact

The passing of HCR200 has implications for both state and federal law. By formally urging the federal government to recognize the ERA, Hawaii positions itself within a broader movement for gender equality, aiming to resolve longstanding issues related to women's rights and protections under the law. The resolution insists that the Constitution does not limit the timeline for states to ratify amendments, suggesting that previous time constraints imposed by Congress are not valid when it comes to the ERA, thus prompting a potential shift in constitutional law regarding gender equality.

Summary

HCR200 is a House Concurrent Resolution from the State of Hawaii urging the President of the United States, Joseph R. Biden, Jr., to publish the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) as the Twenty-eighth Amendment to the Constitution. The resolution cites the historical context of the ERA's proposal in 1972, emphasizing that it calls for equality of rights under the law regardless of sex. The resolution argues that the amendment has technically met the requirements for ratification as a majority of states have ratified it, despite the controversy surrounding the time limits imposed at the proposal stage.

Contention

Despite its intent, the resolution may create contention among lawmakers and constituents. Discussions surrounding the ERA have historically been polarized; proponents argue that it is crucial for ensuring equal rights, while opponents claim that it could have unintended legal consequences, including litigation regarding gender-specific laws or policies. Additionally, the resolution emphasizes that previous attempts to rescind state ratifications of amendments have not been honored, thereby challenging arguments against the ERA's validity based on missing deadlines.

Notable_points

Notably, HCR200 calls for collaboration among states by encouraging them to pass similar resolutions, fostering a unified front that could influence Congress's approach to the ERA. The resolution also highlights comparisons to past constitutional amendments, such as the Madison Amendment, to reinforce arguments for the legitimacy of the ERA's ratification post-deadline. This context suggests a strategic legislative maneuver by Hawaii to become a part of a national dialogue regarding gender equality and constitutional rights.

Latest HCR200 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HR204

Same As Urging The President Of The United States To Publish The Equal Rights Amendment As The Twenty-eighth Amendment To The Constitution Of The United States Of America.

Previously Filed As

HI SR109

Ratifying A Proposed Amendment To The Constitution Of The United States Giving The Congress Of The United States Power To Limit, Regulate, And Prohibit The Labor Of Persons Under Eighteen Years Of Age.

HI SCR127

HI HCR54

Urging The United States Congress To Call A Convention For Proposing Amendments Pursuant To Article V Of The United States Constitution Limited To Proposing Amendments That Impose Fiscal Restraints On The Federal Government, Limit The Power And Jurisdiction Of The Federal Government, And Limit The Terms Of Office For Its Officials And Members Of Congress.

HI SCR196

Applying To The United States Congress To Call An Article V Convention To Propose Certain Limited Amendments To The United States Constitution.

HI SR168

Applying To The United States Congress To Call An Article V Convention To Propose Certain Limited Amendments To The United States Constitution.

HI HCR109

Requesting Congress To Propose To Amend The United States Constitution To Authorize The State Of Hawaii To Enact Laws To Authorize Only Hawaii Residents To Purchase Residential Real Properties In The State.

HI HR90

HI HCR110

Urging The President Of The United States And United States Congress To Return The United States Monetary System To The Gold Standard.

HI HCR107

Urging The President Of The United States And United States Congress To Exempt Hawaii From The Jones Act.

HI HB1723

Proposing Amendments To Articles Ii, Iii, And Xvii Of The Constitution Of The State Of Hawaii To Provide For Initiative, Referendum, And Recall.

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US SR107

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.

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HI HCR101

Urging And Applying To The Congress Of The United States Under The Provisions Of Article V Of The Constitution Of The United States For The Calling Of A Convention Of The States, Limited To Proposing Amendments To The Constitution Of The United States That Limit The Terms Of Office For Officials Of The Federal Government And Members Of Congress.