H 3842
Resolutions for a United States constitutional amendment and a limited amendment proposing convention
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Bill overview
This resolution asks the U.S. Congress to call for a convention to propose amendments to the Constitution. The goal is to address concerns about election integrity and ensure effective self-government. It is supported by a petition signed by multiple representatives, including Carmine Lawrence Gentile and David T. Vieira, and has been referred to the Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs for consideration.
Key provisions
- Requests a convention to propose constitutional amendments.
- Aims to address concerns about election integrity.
- Seeks to improve the ability of citizens to participate in self-government.
- Sponsored by Representatives Gentile and Vieira.
- Currently under review by the Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs.
- Has a history of similar resolutions being considered in the Massachusetts legislature.
Who is affected
- The United States Congress
- American Citizens
- Electoral System
- Governmental Processes
Notable changes
- Proposes a convention to amend the U.S. Constitution.
- Focuses on election integrity and citizen participation.
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Primary sponsor
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
David T. Vieira
Jacob R. Oliveira
James B. Eldridge
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Resolution H.3842 194th (Current)
Resolutions for a United States constitutional amendment and a limited amendment proposing convention
By Representatives Gentile of Sudbury and Vieira of Falmouth, a petition (accompanied by resolutions, House, No. 3842) of Carmine Lawrence Gentile, David T. Vieira and others for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to call for a convention to propose amendments in order to address concerns about the integrity of our elections and the ability of the people to participate in effective self-government. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
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Bill Information
Presenters: Carmine Lawrence Gentile , David T. Vieira Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs
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Resolution History
Displaying 4 actions for Resolution H.3842
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs |
| 2/27/2025 | 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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