S.Con.Res.35

Applies to Congress for Article V Convention of States to require balanced federal budget, impose term limits, and revise method of awarding electoral votes.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey applies to Congress for an Article V Convention to propose constitutional amendments for a balanced budget, term limits, and electoral.

This resolution seeks to propose amendments to the United States Constitution through an Article V Convention of States. The proposed amendments would require a balanced federal budget, impose term limits on members of Congress and the Supreme Court, and change the method of awarding electoral votes to the Congressional District Method. These changes aim to curb wasteful spending, provide new perspectives in federal governance, and ensure the voice of the American people is more accurately represented. The resolution applies to the United States Congress for the calling of such a convention.

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Where it stands

Current
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee