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H.J.Res. 54

Joint ResolutionFederalHouseIn Committee
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to the use of foreign law as authority in Federal courts.
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Committee
Latest Action · September 13, 2013
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
Congress
113th (2013–2015)
Introduced
July 24, 2013
Sponsor
Rep. John CulbersonR
Cosponsors (4)
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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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