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Iowa Senate Bill SF2130

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF2130

Introduced
1/29/24  
Introduced
1/29/24  

Caption

A bill for an act concerning persons appointed to a convention called by the United States Congress to propose amendments to the United States Constitution, providing penalties, and including effective date provisions.

Impact

The legislation directly affects the accountability and governance structure regarding how Iowa representatives engage with the Article V convention process. By clearly defining unauthorized amendments and rules, SF2130 aims to ensure that state representatives strictly adhere to a defined mandate when participating in constitutional discussions. The implications of this bill indicate an attempt to protect the state's interests by ensuring that any proposals made at these conventions align with the original intentions laid out by the Iowa legislature.

Summary

Senate File 2130 (SF2130) establishes specific regulations and penalties for individuals appointed as commissioners to attend an Article V convention, which is a convention called by the United States Congress to propose amendments to the Constitution. The bill lays out the requirements for these commissioners, including an oath to uphold state and federal laws and a prohibition against voting on unauthorized amendments or rules at the convention. A breach of this oath or the associated prohibitions will lead to potential removal from the position and the classification of such violations as simple misdemeanors.

Contention

Discussions surrounding SF2130 may revolve around concerns about potential overreach in restricting the commissioners' voting options and their ability to advocate for amendments that might be beneficial for the state, but not explicitly authorized by prior legislative definitions. This limitation could lead to a debate on the balance between maintaining state sovereignty and the collaborative nature of proposing constitutional amendments at a national level. Consequently, lawmakers might find themselves divided on how to strike a fair balance between structured guidelines and the flexibility needed to represent state interests effectively.

Companion Bills

IA HF2116

Similar To A bill for an act concerning persons appointed to a convention called by the United States Congress to propose amendments to the United States Constitution, providing penalties, and including effective date provisions.

Previously Filed As

IA HF2116

A bill for an act concerning persons appointed to a convention called by the United States Congress to propose amendments to the United States Constitution, providing penalties, and including effective date provisions.

IA HF34

A bill for an act concerning persons appointed to a convention called by the United States Congress to propose amendments to the United States Constitution, providing a penalty, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 336, HF 2311.)

IA HF336

A bill for an act concerning persons appointed to a convention called by the United States Congress to propose amendments to the United States Constitution, providing a penalty, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 34; See HF 2311.)

IA SF350

A bill for an act concerning persons appointed to a convention called by the United States Congress to propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States, making appropriations, and providing penalties.

IA HF654

A bill for an act concerning persons appointed to a convention called by the United States Congress to propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States, making appropriations, and providing penalties.(Formerly HF 438.)

IA HF438

A bill for an act concerning persons appointed to a convention called by the United States Congress to propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States, making appropriations, and providing penalties.(See HF 654.)

IA HF2311

A bill for an act concerning persons appointed to a convention called by the United States Congress to propose amendments to the United States Constitution, and providing penalties.(Formerly HF 336, HF 34.)

IA HB1748

To Establish The Law Concerning A Convention Called Under Article V Of The United States Constitution.

IA SCR140

Applying To The United States Congress To Call An Article V Convention To Propose Certain Limited Amendments To The United States Constitution.

IA SR158

Applying To The United States Congress To Call An Article V Convention To Propose Certain Limited Amendments To The United States Constitution.

Similar Bills

IA HF2116

A bill for an act concerning persons appointed to a convention called by the United States Congress to propose amendments to the United States Constitution, providing penalties, and including effective date provisions.

IA HF34

A bill for an act concerning persons appointed to a convention called by the United States Congress to propose amendments to the United States Constitution, providing a penalty, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 336, HF 2311.)

IA HF336

A bill for an act concerning persons appointed to a convention called by the United States Congress to propose amendments to the United States Constitution, providing a penalty, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 34; See HF 2311.)

LA HB214

Provides relative to the creation of domestic surplus lines insurers

TX HB4339

Relating to the establishment and operation of the unauthorized insurance guaranty fund.

WV HB2933

Increase in fines and criminal penalties when an employer fails to maintain employment records of an unauthorized employee

LA HB462

Provides relative to the tax on surplus lines and unauthorized insurance (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF RV See Note)

MT SB211

Article V convention commissioner selection and credentialing act