A Concurrent Resolution petitioning the Congress of the United States to call a Convention for proposing amendments pursuant to Article V of the Constitution of the United States limited to proposing amendments that impose fiscal restraints on the Federal Government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the Federal Government and limit the terms of office for its officials and for members of Congress.
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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Overview
This Pennsylvania House Resolution petitions the U.S. Congress to call a convention for proposing amendments to the Constitution, specifically limited to reforms that impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power of the federal government, and restrict the terms of federal and congressional officials. The resolution outlines several safeguards to ensure the convention’s focus and to protect Pennsylvania’s interests, including requiring amendments to be fiscally responsible and limiting the scope of the convention’s authority. It also details how Pennsylvania delegates would be selected and their responsibilities.
Key provisions
- Requests the U.S. Congress to call a convention for proposing constitutional amendments.
- Limits the proposed amendments to fiscal restraint, federal power limitation, and term limits.
- Specifies that Congress’s role is ministerial, requiring applications from two-thirds of states.
- Details the selection process for Pennsylvania delegates, including Senate and House nominations and alternates.
- Establishes rules to prevent delegates from accepting gifts and ensures they adhere to instructions.
- Requires delegates to take an oath to oppose amendments outside the specified scope.
- Allows the Pennsylvania General Assembly to recall delegates.
- Recommends that ratified amendments be approved by state legislatures.
Who is affected
- The U.S. Federal Government
- Pennsylvania Residents
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Louis Schmitt
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