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MO HCR41

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/26/2014

Primary Sponsor

Mike Moon

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Missouri applies to Congress under Article V of the U.S. Constitution to call a convention of states limited to proposing 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

  • This application serves as a continuing application until legislatures of at least two-thirds of the several states make applications on the same subject

  • The Missouri House Chief Clerk shall send properly inscribed copies of the resolution to the President and Secretary of the U.S. Senate, Speaker and Clerk of the U.S. House, Missouri's Congressional delegation, and presiding officers of legislative houses in all states

  • The resolution identifies federal spending, unfunded mandates, and improper constitutional interpretation as justifications for state action to protect liberty

Legislative Description

Applies to Congress for the calling of a convention to propose certain amendments to the United States Constitution which place limits on the federal government

Last Action

Rules - Reported Do Pass (H)

5/8/2014

Committee Referrals

Rules4/24/2014
General Laws3/4/2014

Full Bill Text

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