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HJ0007

Repeal of 17th amendment.

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Why lawmakers voted

Last checked Aug 8, 6:36 AM

Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker states that under the proposed system, a senator would be beholden to state legislators and citizens rather than campaign funders, restoring the partnership between federal government and states where sovereignty is shared.

Public statementFloor statement at 57:38 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The speaker opposes the bill because direct election of senators was intended to give citizens a voice in Congress and remove elitism, viewing repeal as an enormous step backward.

Public statementFloor statement at 58:45 Watch the statement
Voted Yes

Why they voted this way

The lawmaker supports the bill by arguing that states must share sovereignty with the federal government to maintain their standing and avoid losing power over mandates.

Public statementFloor statement at 59:30 Watch the statement

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Wyoming roll calls

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Bill history

  1. H Failed IntroductionHouse
  2. H Received for IntroductionHouse
  3. Bill Number AssignedLSO