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Mississippi House Bill HC12

Mississippi 2025 Regular Session

Mississippi House Bill HC12

Introduced
1/15/25  
Refer
1/15/25  

Caption

Congress; urge to call convention to propose an amendment to U.S. Constitution to provide congressional term limits.

Impact

If approved, HC12 could potentially change the congressional landscape by introducing term limits for its members. Proponents argue that such term limits would address concerns about career politicians and encourage fresh perspectives in governance. By limiting the duration of service, supporters believe that it could enhance accountability among elected officials, promoting a more responsive and dynamic legislative process. This measure would require significant engagement from various state legislatures in order to reach the necessary two-thirds majority needed to convene a constitutional convention.

Summary

House Concurrent Resolution 12 (HC12) is a legislative measure proposed in the Mississippi Legislature with the goal of applying to Congress for the calling of a convention of the states. This resolution aims to propose an amendment to the United States Constitution that would impose limits on the number of terms a person may be elected to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. By invoking Article V of the Constitution, the resolution seeks to gather support from other states to initiate such a convention, which would focus solely on the subject of term limits for Congress members.

Contention

The proposal is likely to face contention among lawmakers and political analysts regarding both its practicality and its implications for governance. Critics may argue that limiting terms could disrupt the continuity and accumulation of experience within Congress, potentially leading to a less effective legislative body. Additionally, there are concerns about the feasibility of convening a convention under Article V, as many fear that a broad convention could lead to unintended amendments being proposed, which might alter other aspects of the Constitution beyond term limits.

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