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H.J.Res. 219 · 119th Congress

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require a Judge to be a natural born citizen of the United States.

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IntroducedOct 15, 2026
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To PresidentNot yet
Became lawNot yet

Where it stands

Introduced. Latest step, Oct 15, 2026: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

What it does

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What has happened

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  1. Oct 15, 2026Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.House floor actions
  2. Oct 15, 2026Introduced in HouseLibrary of Congress
  3. Oct 15, 2026Introduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

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