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Hawaii Senate Bill SCR50

Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SCR50

Introduced
3/9/23  

Caption

Urging The Congress Of The United States To Call A Convention For Proposing Amendments Pursuant To Article V Of The United States Constitution Limited To Proposing Amendments That Impose Fiscal Restraints On The Federal Government, Limit The Power And Jurisdiction Of The Federal Government, And Limit The Terms Of Office For Its Officials And For Members Of Congress.

Notes

The resolution explicitly states that it creates a continuing application until two-thirds of state legislatures make similar applications on this subject, ensuring continuous engagement on this issue. The proposed amendments will be limited strictly to the specified topics, thereby seeking to ally fears regarding the scope of changes to the Constitution.

Impact

Should this resolution be endorsed and acted upon, it would signify a substantive shift in the relationship between state and federal governments, encouraging other states to consider similar measures. The resolution emphasizes the importance of responsiveness to the needs of citizens and seeks to restore accountability to federal officials who are increasingly seen as disconnected from public sentiment due to their reliance on special interests and lobbyists.

Summary

SCR50 is a Senate Concurrent Resolution from the State of Hawaii urging Congress to call for a convention for proposing amendments to the United States Constitution under Article V. The proposed amendments aim to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit its power and jurisdiction, and establish term limits for federal officials and members of Congress. This resolution reflects a growing sentiment among various state legislatures advocating for greater constraints on federal authority, especially in light of perceived abuses of power at the federal level.

Contention

Key points of contention within the discussions surrounding SCR50 include concerns about the potential for a 'runaway convention,' where unintended and extensive amendments could be proposed that may threaten core constitutional protections, such as those in the Bill of Rights. Moreover, there are apprehensions regarding how this would affect state laws and the balance of powers between state and federal government, specifically about the interpretive authority of Congress in calling and managing such a convention.

Latest SCR50 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HCR64

Same As Urging The Congress Of The United States To Call A Convention For Proposing Amendments Pursuant To Article V Of The United States Constitution Limited To Proposing Amendments That Impose Fiscal Restraints On The Federal Government, Limit The Power And Jurisdiction Of The Federal Government, And Limit The Terms Of Office For Its Officials And For Members Of Congress.

Previously Filed As

HI SCR6

Urging The Congress Of The United States To Call A Convention For Proposing Amendments Pursuant To Article V Of The United States Constitution Limited To Proposing Amendments That Impose Fiscal Restraints On The Federal Government, Limit The Power And Jurisdiction Of The Federal Government, And Limit The Terms Of Office For Its Officials And For Members Of Congress.

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CA AJR27

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

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.

HI HR97

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 HCR34

Urging The United States Congress To Call A Convention For Proposing Amendments Pursuant To Article V Of The United States Constitution Limited To Proposing Amendments That Impose Fiscal Restraints On The Federal Government, Limit The Power And Jurisdiction Of The Federal Government, And Limit The Terms Of Office For Its Officials And Members Of Congress.

HI SR45

Urging The Congress Of The United States To Call A Convention For Proposing Amendments Pursuant To Article V Of The United States Constitution Limited To Proposing Amendments That Impose Fiscal Restraints On The Federal Government, Limit The Power And Jurisdiction Of The Federal Government, And Limit The Terms Of Office For Its Officials And For Members Of Congress.

HI HCR54

Urging The United States Congress To Call A Convention For Proposing Amendments Pursuant To Article V Of The United States Constitution Limited To Proposing Amendments That Impose Fiscal Restraints On The Federal Government, Limit The Power And Jurisdiction Of The Federal Government, And Limit The Terms Of Office For Its Officials And Members Of Congress.