Bill117th CongressFiled May 27, 2022Law
H.R. 7906
To establish a civil action for disqualification under section 3 of the 14th Amendment to the Constitution, and for other purposes.
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (May 27, 2022)
This bill establishes a civil action through which an individual may be disqualified from holding office under Section 3 of the Fourteenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. This includes an individual who has engaged in insurrection or rebellion against the United States or has given aid or comfort to the enemies of the United States.
What just happenedNov 1, 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-23](D-FL)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseMay 27, 2022
- Nov 1, 2022Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Introduced in House
- May 27, 2022IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House