North Carolina applies for a Convention of the States to propose amendments limiting federal power and fiscal restraints.
The North Carolina legislature applies for a Convention of the States under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. This convention aims to propose amendments that 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 application is effective upon ratification by at least two-thirds of the states. The Secretary of State will send copies of this application to the President, Congress, North Carolina's congressional delegation, and all state legislatures.
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