HOUSE-JOINT-RESOLUTION 152: H.J.Res.152 - Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to ensure that only citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections.

Impact

This section directly affects individuals by stipulating that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote in federal elections, thereby excluding non-citizens from participating in the electoral process.

Affected

• Amendment XIV (Equal Protection Clause)
• Amendment XV (Voting Rights)

Explanation

The proposed amendment may raise concerns regarding equal protection under the law, particularly for non-citizens who may have previously been allowed to vote in certain jurisdictions. It also touches on the right to vote, which is protected under the Voting Rights Amendments.

Potential Issues

• Exclusion of non-citizens may be seen as a violation of equal protection principles.
• The amendment could lead to further restrictions on voting rights, potentially disenfranchising certain groups.

Supporting Arguments

• Proponents may argue that ensuring only citizens vote is a necessary measure to protect the integrity of elections.

Voting Eligibility

The amendment explicitly limits voting eligibility to U.S. citizens, which could impact the voting rights landscape significantly.

State Legislation

It allows states to enforce this amendment through their legislatures, which could lead to varied interpretations and implementations across states.

Constitutional Provisions Implicated

• Amendment XIV
• Amendment XV

Related Bills

• house-joint-resolution 107
• house-joint-resolution 31