H.J.Res. 54 · 113th Congress
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to the use of foreign law as authority in Federal courts.
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- John Culberson
- Introduced
- 2013-07-24
- Latest action
- 2013-09-13 · Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
Summary
Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits U.S. courts, including the Supreme Court, from basing opinions or rulings on international laws, treaties, or religious laws. Makes any action of a court in violation of such prohibition null and void.