States appeal dismissal of suit against U.S. archivist for refusing to certify ERA ratification

“People will be more likely to take advantage of the right that our states have sought to secure for them,” Notz argued. “And in addition, that other states and the federal government that may not have brought their laws into compliance with the amendment will be encouraged to do so.”

The District Court in March 2021 had dismissed the plaintiffs’ case on the grounds that the states had missed Congress’ deadline for ratification,…