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AR HJR1003

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

4/22/2015

Primary Sponsor

Bob Ballinger

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Origin

House of Representatives

90th General Assembly (2015 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Arkansas applies to Congress for an Article V convention of the states limited to proposing constitutional amendments that impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit federal power and jurisdiction, and limit terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress.

  • The Chief Clerk of the House is directed to transmit copies of this application to the President and Secretary of the U.S. Senate, Speaker and Clerk of the U.S. House, each member of the Arkansas congressional delegation, and presiding officers of state legislative houses.

  • This application constitutes a continuing application under Article V until legislatures of at least two-thirds (2/3) of the states have made applications on the same subject.

Legislative Description

An Application For A Convention Of The States Under Article V Of The Constitution Of The United States.

Last Action

Died in Senate at Sine Die adjournment.

4/22/2015

Committee Referrals

State Agencies & Governmental Affairs3/9/2015
State Agencies and Governmental Affairs2/9/2015

Full Bill Text

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