H4479
An Act to rescind all previous calls for a federal constitutional convention
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to formally eliminate any ongoing efforts to call for a convention of states under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. It aims to rescind previous resolutions and calls for such a convention, effectively ending the discussion and pursuit of this particular legislative path. The bill was introduced by Representative Lindsay Sabadosa and referred to the Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs. It’s part of a series of similar legislative actions related to Article V conventions.
Key provisions
- Rescinds all previous calls for a federal constitutional convention.
- Specifically targets resolutions and petitions related to convening a convention of states.
- Referenced to the Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs for review.
- Part of a broader set of legislative efforts concerning Article V conventions.
Who is affected
- Legislators and committees involved in constitutional law and Article V conventions.
- Individuals and groups advocating for or against a convention of states.
Notable changes
- Eliminates ongoing efforts to pursue a federal constitutional convention.
- Represents a formal action to halt previous legislative proposals.
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Primary sponsor
Lindsay N. Sabadosa
Cosponsor
Lindsay N. Sabadosa
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Bill H.4479 194th (Current)
An Act to rescind all previous calls for a federal constitutional convention
By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa for legislation to rescind all previous calls for a federal constitutional convention. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Lindsay N. Sabadosa Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4479
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 5/29/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 9/2/2025 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs |
| 9/4/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 11/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/13/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 |
| 11/13/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 11/13/2025 from 01:00 PM-03:50 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
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