1. United States
2. Nev.
3. Letter

The Equal Rights Amendment has been mired in controversy for decades, with debates over ratification deadlines, state rescissions, and the fundamental necessity of such an amendment. However, the fact remains that as of now, the required number of states have validly ratified the ERA according to the legal standards set forth by Congress. Declaring it as part of the Constitution would enshrine critical protections against discrimination on the basis of sex into our nation's founding document. While some argue the ERA is no longer needed due to existing laws and court rulings, its constitutional enshrinement would provide a stronger, more permanent safeguard that cannot be easily eroded or challenged. Moreover, its ratification would send a powerful message about our nation's commitment to equality and human rights. I urge you to exercise your authority as National Archivist to officially certify and publish the Equal Rights Amendment as the 28th Amendment to the United States Constitution. This pivotal step would be a monumental achievement for civil rights and in keeping with our highest democratic principles.