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Hawaii House Bill HR97

Hawaii 2022 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR97

Introduced
3/11/22  

Caption

Urging And Applying To The Congress Of The United States Under The Provisions Of Article V Of The Constitution Of The United States For The Calling Of A Convention Of The States, Limited To Proposing Amendments To The Constitution Of The United States That Limit The Terms Of Office For Officials Of The Federal Government And Members Of Congress.

Impact

If enacted, HR97 could serve as a catalyst for broader discussions and potential amendments aimed at reforming governmental structures at the federal level. The resolution outlines that applications for such a convention must come from two-thirds of state legislatures, thus only proceeding if there is significant consensus across multiple states. This mechanism allows states to exert influence over federal governance and ensure that amendments considered focus solely on the specified topics, without encroaching upon the Bill of Rights.

Summary

House Resolution 97 (HR97) urges and applies to the U.S. Congress to call a convention of states under Article V of the Constitution. The convention would be limited to proposing amendments that would impose term limits on federal officials and members of Congress. This resolution highlights concerns regarding the concentration of federal power and executive overreach, emphasizing that current structures have led officials to be less accountable to the populace and more susceptible to the influence of special interests.

Contention

One notable point of contention surrounding HR97 is the concern over the potential for a 'runaway convention,' where discussions could veer off the proposed agenda and address unrelated amendments, particularly those affecting fundamental rights. The resolution explicitly restricts any consideration of changes to the Bill of Rights, an element that attempts to assuage fears but may not fully eliminate the concerns of critics who view this approach as a risky venture into constitutional alterations. Additionally, the usage of executive power by the current administration is cited as a justification for seeking such amendments, aligning it with broader political debates about governance and representation.

Latest HR97 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HCR101

Same As Urging And Applying To The Congress Of The United States Under The Provisions Of Article V Of The Constitution Of The United States For The Calling Of A Convention Of The States, Limited To Proposing Amendments To The Constitution Of The United States That Limit The Terms Of Office For Officials Of The Federal Government And Members Of Congress.

Previously Filed As

HI HR15

Urging And Applying To The Congress Of The United States Under The Provisions Of Article V Of The Constitution Of The United States For The Calling Of A Convention Of The States, Limited To Proposing Amendments To The Constitution Of The United States That Limit The Terms Of Office For Officials Of The Federal Government And Members Of Congress.

HI HCR101

Urging And Applying To The Congress Of The United States Under The Provisions Of Article V Of The Constitution Of The United States For The Calling Of A Convention Of The States, Limited To Proposing Amendments To The Constitution Of The United States That Limit The Terms Of Office For Officials Of The Federal Government And Members Of Congress.

HI HCR15

Urging And Applying To The Congress Of The United States Under The Provisions Of Article V Of The Constitution Of The United States For The Calling Of A Convention Of The States, Limited To Proposing Amendments To The Constitution Of The United States That Limit The Terms Of Office For Officials Of The Federal Government And Members Of Congress.

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Convention of states for proposing an amendment to the United States Constitution: federal balanced budget.

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HI HR15

Urging And Applying To The Congress Of The United States Under The Provisions Of Article V Of The Constitution Of The United States For The Calling Of A Convention Of The States, Limited To Proposing Amendments To The Constitution Of The United States That Limit The Terms Of Office For Officials Of The Federal Government And Members Of Congress.

HI HCR15

Urging And Applying To The Congress Of The United States Under The Provisions Of Article V Of The Constitution Of The United States For The Calling Of A Convention Of The States, Limited To Proposing Amendments To The Constitution Of The United States That Limit The Terms Of Office For Officials Of The Federal Government And Members Of Congress.