House
Aug 4, 2004

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States regarding the appointment of individuals to serve as Members of the House of Representatives when, in a national emergency, a significant number of Members are unable to serve due to death, resignation, or incapacity.

Summary

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Constitutional Amendment - Authorizes Congress, by law and with the approval of two thirds of each House, to provide for the appointment of temporary members of the House of Representatives to serve during any period in which 30 percent or more of the seats of the House are vacant due to death, resignation, or incapacity. Requires members appointed pursuant to a law enacted to carry...

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Introduced(5/4/04)
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Passed House
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Ms. Lofgren

House (D) California – 18

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Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.

Aug 4, 2004

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