Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0177

Introduced

2/2/23

Caption

A RESOLUTION to urge the publication and affirmation of the Equal Rights Amendment as the Twenty-Eighth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America.

Impact

If adopted, SJR0177 would not change existing laws directly; however, it could influence the recognition of the ERA as a valid constitutional amendment, thereby impacting state and federal laws related to gender equality and rights. The discussion around this resolution reflects a broader push for gender equality across the United States, reinforcing the principle that equality under the law cannot be denied on account of sex. Furthermore, it acknowledges that the ERA was ratified by a sufficient number of states as of January 27, 2020, thereby asserting its legitimacy and urgency in being recognized officially.

Summary

SJR0177 is a resolution that urges the publication and affirmation of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) as the Twenty-Eighth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States. The resolution recalls the historical context surrounding the amendment, which was first proposed by Congress in 1972, aiming to guarantee equal legal rights for all American citizens regardless of sex. It underlines that the amendment will take effect once ratified by three-fourths of the states. The sponsors of the resolution emphasize the importance of confirming that states do not have a time limit to ratify constitutional amendments, as stipulated by Article V of the Constitution.

Contention

The resolution represents a contentious issue, as some politicians and legal experts debate the implications of a time limit that was initially part of the ERA's proposal. Questions remain regarding whether states that ratified the amendment after the original deadline still hold valid approvals. Opponents of the resolution argue that the time limit imposed by Congress in 1972 should not be overlooked, while supporters contend that the absence of such a limitation within the text of the ERA allows for a renewed affirmation of its necessity. This ongoing debate underscores deeper societal challenges regarding gender rights and legislative actions necessary for their protection.

Latest SJR0177 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN H7394

HOUSE RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY CALLING FOR PUBLICATION AND AFFIRMATION OF THE EQUAL RIGHTS AMENDMENT (Requests that the President, Joseph R. Biden, publish without delay the Equal Rights Amendment as our Twenty-Eighth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States.)

TN HR204

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.

TN HCR200

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.

TN S2899

SENATE RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY CALLING FOR PUBLICATION AND AFFIRMATION OF THE EQUAL RIGHTS AMENDMENT (Requests that the President, Joseph R. Biden, publish without delay the Equal Rights Amendment as our Twenty-Eighth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States.)

TN HR8

Biden Administration; publish Equal Rights Amendment as Twenty-eighth Amendment to Constitution; encourage

TN HCR0003

A concurrent resolution calling on the Archivist of the United States to certify and publish the Equal Rights Amendment as the Twenty-Eighth Amendment to the United States Constitution and calling on the United States Congress to declare the Equal Rights Amendment ratified.

TN HJR82

Expressing the sense of Congress that the article of amendment commonly known as the "Equal Rights Amendment" has been validly ratified and is enforceable as the Twenty-Eighth Amendment to the United States Constitution, and the Archivist of the United States must certify and publish the Equal Rights Amendment as the Twenty-Eighth Amendment without delay.

TN SJ1

Affirming the Federal Equal Rights Amendment

TN HJ1

Affirming the Federal Equal Rights Amendment

TN HJR0001

AFFIRM EQUAL RIGHTS AMENDMENT

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