HJR 7 Ohio House · 135th Legislature (2023-2024)

CA: Adopt the American Allegiance Amendment

This bill proposes adding a new section to the Ohio Constitution to ban individuals holding citizenship in any country other than the United States from serving in elected public offices. The amendment requires the Secretary of State to verify a candidate's citizenship status and would apply to all elected positions within the state and its local political subdivisions. If passed by a two-thirds vote in the legislature and approved by voters, the rule would take effect immediately upon adoption.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jun 2024
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Governor
Introduced Jun 14, 2024 Last action Jun 18, 2024
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Jun 18, 2024
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Jun 14, 2024
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