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HI HR15
Resolution
Status
2/13/2023
Primary Sponsor
Sam Kong
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AI Summary
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Urges Congress to call a convention of states under Article V of the U.S. Constitution limited to proposing amendments that establish term limits for federal officials and members of Congress.
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Declares Congress's role is ministerial only—to set time and place for the convention—with no power to determine convention rules, delegate numbers, or representation.
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Specifies the convention shall operate on one state, one vote basis and remain limited to the term limits topic, with the application void if used to amend the Bill of Rights.
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Recommends Congress select ratification by state legislatures rather than special state conventions if amendments are proposed.
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Constitutes a continuing application until two-thirds of state legislatures submit applications on the same subject, with certified copies to be sent to Congress and all other state legislatures.
Legislative Description
Urging And Applying To The Congress Of The United States Under The Provisions Of Article V Of The Constitution Of The United States For The Calling Of A Convention Of The States, Limited To Proposing Amendments To The Constitution Of The United States That Limit The Terms Of Office For Officials Of The Federal Government And Members Of Congress.
Term Limits
Last Action
Re-referred to JHA, referral sheet 21
3/17/2023