New Jersey applies to Congress for an Article V Convention of States to propose amendments limiting federal powers and terms of office.
New Jersey SCR15 applies to Congress for an Article V Convention of States to propose amendments to the U.S. Constitution. The amendments would impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit its power and jurisdiction, and limit the terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress. This application will remain in effect until two-thirds of the states make similar applications.
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