RESCINDING ALL PRIOR ARTICLE V CONVENTION APPLICATIONS
Impact
The passing of S2954 would have significant implications for the state’s legislative prerogatives concerning proposals for amending the Constitution. By officially rescinding previous applications for a constitutional convention, Rhode Island would position itself against engaging in any potential future disputes or discussions regarding amendments that might arise from such a convention. This could alter the dynamics in how future amendments are proposed and discussed at the federal level, as individual state applications can influence such processes.
Summary
Bill S2954 proposes a joint resolution aimed at rescinding all prior applications made by the Rhode Island General Assembly to the United States Congress for a constitutional convention under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. This resolution seeks to nullify any and all previous resolutions or measures that requested such a convention, regardless of their specifications or purposes. The intent of this bill is to ensure that no prior applications influence current legislative actions or federal considerations in this matter.
Contention
One notable point of contention surrounding S2954 is the debate about the appropriateness of calling a constitutional convention, which many view as a risky procedure due to fears of a runaway convention leading to unintended amendments to the Constitution. Supporters of the resolution may argue that rescinding the applications helps to reaffirm the state's commitment to preserving the Constitution as it stands. Conversely, opponents might contend that the ability to propose amendments via a convention provides a necessary check against federal overreach, and withdrawing this option could limit the state’s legislative strength and autonomy in the future.
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.)
Ensures that minimum egress requirements for conventional subdivisions in Tiverton apply equally to comprehensive permit applications and cannot be waived, modified, or reduced for such applications.
Ensures that minimum egress requirements for conventional subdivisions in Tiverton apply equally to comprehensive permit applications and cannot be waived, modified, or reduced for such applications.
Requires verification of an applicant's date of birth and either a Rhode Island driver's license number or state identification number on all applications seeking mail ballots and emergency mail ballots.
Requires verification of an applicant's date of birth and either a Rhode Island driver's license number or state identification number on all applications seeking mail ballots and emergency mail ballots.
Requires verification of an applicant's date of birth and either a Rhode Island driver's license number or state identification number on all applications seeking mail ballots and emergency mail ballots.