A resolution memorializing Congress to call a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution to impose fiscal constraints on the federal government, limit the power a jurisdiction of the federal government and limit the terms of office for its officials
This resolution, introduced by Minnesota legislators, requests Congress to call a convention under Article V of the U.S. Constitution to propose amendments. The proposed amendments would impose fiscal constraints on the federal government (like limiting debt or spending), restrict federal power and jurisdiction over states, and establish term limits for federal officials and members of Congress. Minnesota's resolution serves as a continuing application, meaning it remains active until two-thirds of states also apply for the same convention on these specific topics. The resolution does not create new law but formally asks Congress to take action on these constitutional proposals.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 21, 2025
Last action May 19, 2025
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Committee
1
Jan 21, 2025
Committee
Referred to State and Local Government
upper
Jan 21, 2025
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Rob Farnsworth
RRepublican
Co
Glenn Gruenhagen
RRepublican
Co
Keri Heintzeman
RRepublican
Co
Torrey Westrom
RRepublican
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