H.J.Res.51

A JOINT RESOLUTION applying for an Article V convention to propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States that impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for federal government officials and members of Congress.

Introduced·2/2/26
Bill Text

Kentucky HJR51 seeks an Article V convention to propose constitutional amendments limiting federal power and fiscal restraints.

Kentucky HJR51 is a joint resolution applying for an Article V convention to propose amendments to the U.S. Constitution. These amendments aim to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit its power and jurisdiction, and restrict the terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress. The resolution asserts that state legislatures should guard against federal government abuses. It directs the Secretary of State to communicate this resolution to Congress and state legislatures, urging cooperation.

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History

Feb 9

House

to Elections, Const. Amendments & Intergovernmental Affairs (H)

Feb 2

House

introduced in House

Feb 2

House

to Committee on Committees (H)