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S.J.Res. 137 (94th)

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to ensure the right of students to attend their neighborhood public schools.

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Introduced

7 October 1975

Last action

7 October 1975 · Introduced

Status

Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary.

Sponsors

Sen. Tower, John G. [R-TX], Sen. Byrd, Harry F., Jr. [I-VA], Sen. Baker, Howard H., Jr. [R-TN], Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS], Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC], Sen. Fannin, Paul J. [R-AZ], Sen. McClellan, John L. [D-AR], Sen. Nunn, Sam [D-GA], Sen. Laxalt, Paul D. [R-NV]

Subjects

Rule of law

Source updated

10 August 2026

Rule of law

Summary

Constitutional Amendment - Provides that the right of students to attend the public school nearest their place of residency shall not be denied or abridged for reasons of race, color, national origin, religion, or sex.

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Timeline

  1. 7 October 1975

    Introduced

    Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 7 October 1975

    Introduced

    Introduced in Senate

    Source: IntroReferral

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Documents

1 official file

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