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H.J.Res. 75 (112th): Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to the use of foreign law as authority in Federal courts.
- Introduced:
- Aug 05, 2011 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
- Sponsor:
- Rep. John Culberson [R-TX7]
- Status:
- Died (Referred to Committee)
The resolution’s title was written by the resolution’s sponsor. H.J.Res. stands for House joint resolution.
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Last updated Aug 05, 2011.
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Library of Congress Summary
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8/5/2011--Introduced.
Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits U.S. courts, including the Supreme Court, from basing opinions or rulings on international laws, treaties, or religious laws. Makes any action of a court in violation of such prohibition null and void.
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