H.J.Res. 216 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime.
H.J.Res. 216 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Sep 15, 2026, sponsored by Nikema Williams with 54 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Sep 15, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 54
- Policy area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
Sponsor
Nikema Williams (D-GA). Co-sponsors: 54 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 15, 2026
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (Sep 15, 2026)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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