ratification; equal rights amendment
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Overview
This resolution seeks to have Arizona ratify the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) to the United States Constitution. The ERA aims to guarantee equal rights for men and women under the law. Arizona’s ratification would bring the state closer to meeting the requirement of three-fourths of the states needed for the amendment to be officially adopted into the Constitution.
Key provisions
- Arizona will ratify the proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
- The amendment guarantees equal rights for men and women.
- The Congress will have the power to enforce the amendment through legislation.
- The amendment will take effect two years after ratification.
- A copy of the resolution will be sent to the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House.
Who is affected
- All citizens of the United States
- Men and women equally
Notable changes
- The amendment would establish a constitutional basis for equal rights regardless of gender.
- It would empower Congress to enact legislation to enforce these rights.
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