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Missouri House Bill HCR61

Missouri 2022 Regular Session

Missouri House Bill HCR61

Introduced
1/10/22  
Refer
2/10/22  
Report Pass
3/31/22  

Caption

Calls for an Article V convention for the purpose of amending the United States Constitution to establish term limits for members of Congress

Impact

The resolution indicates a strong desire among some state legislators to pursue mechanisms that could lead to constitutional amendments on issues they deem critical. By formally applying to Congress for a convention under Article V, Missouri aims to join other states in this endeavor, as the Constitution requires applications from two-thirds of state legislatures to convene a convention. If successful, this could lead to significant changes in how congressional representatives serve, influencing not only congressional dynamics but also the political landscape at state levels as public opinion shifts regarding governance.

Summary

HCR61 is a House Concurrent Resolution introduced in the Missouri General Assembly that calls for an Article V convention for the purpose of amending the United States Constitution. The main objective of this resolution is to propose an amendment that would establish term limits for members of Congress, specifically for the House of Representatives and the Senate. This initiative stems from a continuing debate regarding the need for term limits to promote accountability and prevent career politicians from monopolizing power within the federal legislature.

Contention

However, the call for an Article V convention is not without its detractors. Critics raise concerns about the risks associated with a convention, fearing it could result in unintended amendments that may adversely affect other constitutional rights and protections. The resolution also seeks to specify that this application supersedes previous resolutions on the same matter, highlighting the urgency and determination of proponents who argue that the time for implementing term limits is long overdue. The debate around HCR61 reflects broader national discussions about congressional effectiveness, public trust in elected officials, and the governance structure of the United States.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

MO SC515

United States Constitutional Convention under Article V; apply for congressional term limits.

MO SJR501

To apply to Congress under Article V of the United States Constitution to call a convention for an amendment to the Constitution establishing congressional term limits.

MO HCR28

Calls for a convention to amend the United States Constitution to establish a limitation on terms for members of congress

MO HCR51

Calls for a convention to amend the United States Constitution to establish a limitation on terms for members of congress

MO HCR6

Calls for a convention to amend the United States Constitution to establish a limitation on terms for members of congress

MO HJR5002

Applying to the United States Congress under Article V of the United States Constitution to call for a convention for proposing an amendment establishing congressional term limits.

MO HJR5002

Applying to the United States Congress under Article V of the United States Constitution to call for a convention for proposing an amendment to the constitution establishing congressional term limits.

MO SJR509

Applying to the United States Congress under Article V of the United States Constitution to call for a convention for proposing an amendment to the constitution establishing congressional term limits.

MO SJR40

Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing an amendment to the constitution to limit the terms of office of members of Congress.

MO HJR80

Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing an amendment to the constitution to limit the terms of office of members of Congress.

Similar Bills

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