SJR218Introduced in the Senate
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the electoral college and to provide for the direct election of the President and Vice President of the United States.
Introduced by Brian Schatz, District HI
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Official description
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the electoral college and to provide for the direct election of the President and Vice President of the United States.
Where it stands
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
September 29, 2026
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Bill history
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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