H.J.Res.57 - Preserving Capitalism in America Amendment

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the United States from owning stock in corporations. view all titles (2)

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  • Official: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the United States from owning stock in corporations. as introduced.
  • Short: Preserving Capitalism in America Amendment as introduced.

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06/22/09
 
 
 

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Michael Turner

R-OH

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6/23/2009--Introduced.Constitutional Amendment - Preserving Capitalism in America Amendment - Prohibits the United States from owning, subscribing to, or otherwise having any interest in the stock or equity of any company, association, or corporation, except for any public authority or any

Official Summary

6/23/2009--Introduced.Constitutional Amendment - Preserving Capitalism in America Amendment - Prohibits the United States from owning, subscribing to, or otherwise having any interest in the stock or equity of any company, association, or corporation, except for any public authority or any public use corporation, or any investments through any pension funds.

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