Rescinding previous applications for a federal constitutional convention.
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Overview
This resolution seeks to formally withdraw California’s previous requests to the U.S. Congress to convene a constitutional convention for proposing amendments to the U.S. Constitution. It aims to nullify any prior applications made by the California Legislature. The resolution also directs the Secretary of the Senate to notify key federal officials and to ensure the resolution’s inclusion in official records documenting state requests for a constitutional convention.
Key provisions
- California rescinds all prior applications for a federal constitutional convention.
- The resolution nullifies and supersedes previous applications.
- The Secretary of the Senate is instructed to transmit copies of the resolution to various federal officials.
- The resolution requests publication in the Congressional Record.
- The resolution requests inclusion in the official tally of state legislative applications.
Who is affected
- The California Legislature
- The U.S. Congress
- The State of California
- The United States Government
Notable changes
- This resolution specifically addresses and reverses prior efforts by the California Legislature to initiate a constitutional convention.
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