Defines person in relation to the equal protection of laws
SJR 8 is a Senate Joint Resolution that defines the term "person" specifically in the context of equal protection under the law. This resolution does not create new laws or policies but clarifies the legal meaning of "person" for future legislative or judicial application. It directly affects how equal protection claims might be interpreted in court or by lawmakers. The resolution is currently moving through the legislative process after passing committee review. (Note: As a definitional resolution, it has no direct policy impact until adopted into law.)
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Dec 1, 2024
Last action Mar 5, 2025
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Mar 5, 2025
Upper · Passed
Voted Do Pass S Families, Seniors and Health Committee
upper
Feb 26, 2025
Upper · Passed
Hearing Conducted S Families, Seniors and Health Committee
upper
Dec 1, 2024
Introduced
Prefiled
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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P
Mike Moon
RRepublican
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