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HR58 • 2025

A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to pass a constitutional amendment that provides that neither slavery nor involuntary servitude may be imposed as a punishment for a crime.

A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to pass a constitutional amendment that provides that neither slavery nor involuntary servitude may be imposed as a punishment for a crime.

Crime
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Sponsor
KAZEEM
Last action
2026-04-13
Official status
Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71), April 13, 2026
Effective date
Not listed

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Bill History

  1. 2026-04-13 Pennsylvania General Assembly

    Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71), April 13, 2026

Official Summary Text

A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to pass a constitutional amendment that provides that neither slavery nor involuntary servitude may be imposed as a punishment for a crime.