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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States extending the right to vote to citizens sixteen years of age or older.
2/3/2025, 8:47 PM
Summary of Bill HJRES 16
Bill 119 hjres 16 proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the United States that would extend the right to vote to citizens who are sixteen years of age or older. Currently, the legal voting age in the United States is eighteen.
If this bill were to pass, it would mean that individuals as young as sixteen would be able to participate in elections and have a say in the democratic process. Proponents of the bill argue that lowering the voting age would increase youth engagement in politics and give a voice to a demographic that is often overlooked.
Opponents of the bill, however, raise concerns about the maturity and knowledge level of sixteen-year-olds, questioning whether they have the necessary understanding of political issues to make informed decisions at the ballot box. They also argue that lowering the voting age could potentially lead to increased manipulation of young voters by political parties. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 16 is a controversial proposal that seeks to expand voting rights to a younger demographic. The outcome of this bill will have significant implications for the future of American democracy.
If this bill were to pass, it would mean that individuals as young as sixteen would be able to participate in elections and have a say in the democratic process. Proponents of the bill argue that lowering the voting age would increase youth engagement in politics and give a voice to a demographic that is often overlooked.
Opponents of the bill, however, raise concerns about the maturity and knowledge level of sixteen-year-olds, questioning whether they have the necessary understanding of political issues to make informed decisions at the ballot box. They also argue that lowering the voting age could potentially lead to increased manipulation of young voters by political parties. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 16 is a controversial proposal that seeks to expand voting rights to a younger demographic. The outcome of this bill will have significant implications for the future of American democracy.
Congressional Summary of HJRES 16
This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to lower the minimum age for the right to vote from 18 to 16.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 16
Bill HJRES 16 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2025. Bill HJRES 16 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2025. Bill HJRES 16's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 9, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 16
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
4Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 16
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 16
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States extending the right to vote to citizens sixteen years of age or older.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States extending the right to vote to citizens sixteen years of age or older.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HJRES 16
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