H.J.Res. 372 — A joint resolution to amend the Constitution to establish legislative authority in Congress and the States with respect to abortion.

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Constitutional Amendment - Declares that a right to abortion is not secured by the Constitution. Grants concurrent power to Congress and the States to restrict abortions. Provides that a State law which is more restrictive than a Federal law shall govern.

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1981-12-10
Introduced in House
1981-12-10
Introduced in House
1981-12-10
Referred to House Committee on The Judiciary.
1981-12-14
Referred to Subcommittee on Civil and Constitutional Rights.

A joint resolution to amend the Constitution to establish legislative authority in Congress and the States with respect to abortion.

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