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Bill101th CongressFiled May 31, 1989Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
S.J.Res. 144

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to voluntary silent prayer or reflection.

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (May 31, 1989)

Constitutional Amendment - Declares that nothing in the Constitution shall be construed to prohibit individual or group silent prayer or reflection in public schools. Prohibits the United States or any State from requiring any person to participate in such prayer or encouraging any particular prayer.

What just happenedJun 13, 1989

Referred to Subcommittee on Constitution.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT](R-UT)Sponsor
11 cosponsors3 D8 R
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  1. Jun 13, 1989Committee

    Referred to Subcommittee on Constitution.

    Constitution, Civil Rights and Property Rights Subcommittee
  2. May 31, 1989IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.

    Judiciary Committee
  3. May 31, 1989IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate