SB0210

Article V convention of the states compact.

Chamber Passed·1/23/26

Indiana SB0210 adopts a compact for a convention of the states to ensure equal voting and adherence to specific rules.

Indiana SB0210 adopts the compact for a safe and equal convention of the states, ensuring that any convention follows specific rules. The bill specifies that each state must instruct its delegates to vote on the basis of one-state, one-vote and to only consider amendments on topics specified in the applications from two-thirds of the states. The compact enters into force when 26 states adopt it and allows states to withdraw with 12 months' notice, except after the 34th application for a convention on the same topic.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 34–11 · Jan 23
Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

0
6
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate - Third reading

34 Yea

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11 Nay

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2 Not Voting

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2 Absent

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Calendar

Jan 12

8:30 AM

Senate Elections Hearing

History

Jan 28

House

First reading: referred to Committee on Judiciary

Jan 23

Senate

Referred to the House

Jan 22

Senate

Third reading: passed; Roll Call 55: yeas 34, nays 11