Resolution-assertion of states' rights.
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Official record
Bill No.: <billno> Drafter: <drafterinit> Bill No.: HJ0002 Drafter: JHR LSO No.: 10LSO-0019 Effective Date: Enrolled Act No.: HEJR0002 Chapter No.: Prime Sponsor: Representative Illoway Catch Title: Resolution-assertion of states' rights. Subject: Expresses concern that Congress and federal executive branch agencies are enacting mandates to the states that are beyond the enumerated powers granted to Congress and the federal government. Summary/Major Elements: This Joint Resolution to Congress: o Expresses concern that Congress and federal executive branch agencies are enacting mandates to the states that are beyond the enumerated powers granted to Congress and the federal government by the U.S. Constitution; o Asserts that rights reserved to the state under the 10 th amendment to the U.S. Constitution are being infringed upon by Congress and federal regulatory agencies as a result of unconstitutional mandates; o Demands that Congress cease and desist from enacting mandates that are beyond the scope of the enumerated powers granted to Congress by the U.S. Constitution; o Asserts state sovereignty on behalf of the citizens of Wyoming; o Calls upon other states to express their sentiments on acts not authorized by the U.S. Constitution; o Demands that all compulsory federal legislation that directs states to comply under threat of civil or criminal penalties be prohibited or repealed. Comments: Popular name: Tenth Amendment Resolution
Public statements
Last checked Aug 8, 10:40 PM
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes an amendment to the resolution because they believe a states' rights assertion must be absolute and based on the 10th Amendment, rather than weakened by language suggesting non-enforcement.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the amendment because they believe including a specific refusal to enforce unconstitutional mandates gives the resolution necessary meaning and legal teeth, unlike vague statements in the preamble.
H35
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because he believes declaring non-enforcement of federal mandates is ineffective against the federal government and ignores the reality that agencies have no choice but to comply.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the amendment because leaving in a blanket refusal to enforce mandates creates uncertainty and could inadvertently validate federal actions that are beneficial or borderline constitutional.
H50
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the amendment because they believe it is time for the state to take a strong stand against federal actions that violate or push the envelope of the Constitution.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports passing an amendment because they argue that refusing to enforce mandates is nonsensical if the constitutionality of those mandates has not yet been determined by the courts.
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Wyoming roll calls
6 roll calls
Official activity
Changes
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Adopted 2nd reading by CHILDERS
Failed 3rd reading by ILLOWAY
Withdrawn 3rd reading by BROWN
Failed Committee of the Whole by CHILDERS
Adopted, Corrected Standing Committee by H01
Adopted 2nd reading by PERKINS
Adopted Committee of the Whole by ELLIOTT
Adopted Standing Committee by GEIS