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IA HJR12
Joint Resolution
Status
2/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jason Gearhart
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AI Summary
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Limits state representatives to six consecutive two-year terms (12 years) in the House, with a two-year waiting period before eligibility to run again
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Limits state senators to three consecutive four-year terms (12 years) in the Senate, with a four-year waiting period before eligibility to run again
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Limits governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, auditor of state, treasurer of state, and attorney general to three consecutive four-year terms (12 years) each, with a four-year waiting period before eligibility to run again for that same office
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Establishes a 24-year lifetime cap on combined service across all covered offices (both legislative and statewide executive positions)
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Term limits would take effect January 1, 2029, with prior service not counted; requires passage by the 92nd General Assembly before being submitted to voters for ratification
Legislative Description
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Iowa limiting years of service for members of the general assembly and certain statewide elected officials.
Last Action
Introduced, referred to State Government. H.J. 469.
2/28/2025