Joint resolution; making application to call convention of the states for purpose of proposing amendment to the US Constitution related to congressional term limits.
Impact
If adopted, SJR14 would facilitate a convention specifically focused on proposing limits to the number of terms that United States Senators and House Representatives can serve. This move is intended to address the imbalance created by the current system, where incumbents often secure re-election due to established networks and political advantages. By introducing term limits, the resolution aims to foster a political environment that emphasizes merit in leadership roles rather than tenure.
Summary
SJR14 is a Joint Resolution from the Oklahoma Legislature that seeks to initiate a process to amend the United States Constitution regarding term limits for members of Congress. The resolution makes an application for Congress to call a convention of states under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. This resolution is fueled by concerns that incumbent members of Congress have overwhelming advantages in elections, leading to extended tenures and a lack of fresh perspectives in legislative positions.
Contention
SJR14 does not come without controversy. Proponents argue that term limits would introduce necessary accountability and encourage new leadership within Congress. They believe that limiting terms will equalize power among states, fostering diversity of thought and representation. Opponents, however, may contend that such limits could lead to a loss of experienced lawmakers, potentially causing disruptions in governance and legislative efficiency. The success of this amendment hinges on significant involvement from other states' legislatures, as two-thirds of them must agree for a convention to occur.
Making application to the United States congress to call a convention of the states for the purpose of proposing amendments to limit the federal government.
JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING SEPARATE APPLICATIONS TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES CALLING ARTICLE V CONVENTIONS TO PROPOSE AMENDMENTS ESTABLISHING TERM LIMITS FOR MEMBERS OF CONGRESS AND TERM LIMITS FOR JUSTICES OF THE UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT
Applying to the United States Congress under Article V of the United States Constitution to call for a convention for proposing an amendment to the constitution establishing congressional term limits.
States findings of the Legislature and appeals to the United States Congress to call a constitutional convention of the states to propose an amendment regarding term limits.
JOINT RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY REQUESTING A CONVENTION OF THE STATES UNDER ARTICLE V OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION (Petitions congress to call a convention for the purpose of proposing amendments to the U.S. Constitution to impose restraints on the federal government.)
JOINT RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY REQUESTING A CONVENTION OF THE STATES UNDER ARTICLE V OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION (Petitions congress to call a convention for the purpose of proposing amendments to the U.S. Constitution to impose restraints on the federal government.)
JOINT RESOLUTION RESPECTFULLY REQUESTING A CONVENTION OF THE STATES UNDER ARTICLE V OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION (Petitions congress to call a convention for the purpose of proposing amendments to the U.S. Constitution to impose restraints on the federal government.)
Proposes temporary constitutional amendment allowing State constitutional convention convened to reform system of property taxation to propose statutory changes.
Proposes temporary constitutional amendment allowing State constitutional convention convened to reform system of property taxation to propose statutory changes.
(Constitutional Amendment) Provides for the election of constitutional convention delegates and vote requirements necessary for the adoption of a new constitution (RR SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)
(Constitutional Amendment) Modifies disposition of certain state revenues through repeal of the Revenue Stabilization Trust Fund and deposits of certain revenue streams into the Budget Stabilization Fund (RRF INCREASE GF RV See Note)
(Constitutional Amendment) Provides relative to the application of state monies to the unfunded accrued liability of the Teachers' Retirement System of La. (EN DECREASE SD RV See Note)
Proposing An Amendment To Article Xvii, Section 3 Of The Hawaii Constitution To Specify That The Standard For Voter Approval Of A Constitutional Amendment Proposed By The Legislature Is A Majority Of All The Votes Tallied Upon The Question.