H.J.Res. 56 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to marriage.
H.J.Res. 56 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on May 21, 2003, sponsored by Marilyn Musgrave with 131 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 21, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 131
- Policy area
- Families
What it does
Constitutional Amendment - Declares that marriage in the United States shall consist only of the union of a man and a woman. Prohibits the Constitution or any State constitution, or State or Federal law from being construed to require that marital status or its legal incidents be conferred upon unmarried couples or groups.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Marilyn Musgrave (R-CO). Co-sponsors: 11 Democrats, 120 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 21, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Subcommittee Hearings Held. (May 13, 2004)
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- H.R. 1925: Runaway, Homeless, and Missing Children Protection Act
- S. 2363: A bill to revise and extend the Boys and Girls Clubs of America.
- S. 2883: Prevention of Child Abduction Partnership Act
- H.J.Res. 106: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to marriage.
- S. 864: National Guard and Reserves Child Care Relief Act
- H.R. 1263: Code Adam Act
- H.R. 2582: Foster Child Protection Act of 2003
- H.R. 3243: Keeping Families Together Act
- H.R. 3941: Bring Our Children Home Act
Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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