H.R. 4892 (108th): To establish that marriage in the United States consists only of the union of a man and a woman.

Introduced:
Jul 22, 2004 (108th Congress, 2003–2004)
Sponsor:
Rep. Ernest Istook Jr. [R-OK5]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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This bill was introduced on July 22, 2004, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

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Introduced Jul 22, 2004
Cosponsors
39 cosponsors (39R) (show)
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Last updated Jul 22, 2004.
2 pages

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7/22/2004--Introduced.
Provides that marriage in the United States shall consist only of the union of a man and a woman. Gives the U.S. Supreme Court original jurisdiction to hear and determine a claim arising under this Act. Prohibits any other Federal court or any State court from having jurisdiction to hear or determine such a claim.

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