NJ
New Jersey Senate Bill SCR35

New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill SCR35

Introduced
1/9/24  

Caption

Applies to Congress for Article V Convention of States to require balanced federal budget, impose term limits, and revise method of awarding electoral votes.

Impact

If enacted, SCR35 would contribute significantly to shaping the financial and political landscape at the federal level. The proposal for a balanced budget amendment is intended to curb excessive federal spending, which proponents argue will lead to greater fiscal responsibility. The call for congressional and judicial term limits is seen as a way to invigorate political discourse and enhance democratic representation by ensuring a turnover of positions. Moreover, revising the allocation of electoral votes to reflect a more representative model is expected to enhance the democratic process by aligning it closer to the principle of majority rule.

Summary

Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 35 (SCR35) from New Jersey seeks to call for an Article V Convention of States in order to propose amendments to the United States Constitution. The primary goals of this resolution are to require a balanced federal budget, impose term limits on members of Congress and the Supreme Court, and to change the method by which electoral votes are allocated for presidential elections. The resolution aims to address concerns regarding fiscal responsibility, accountability in governance, and modernizing an outdated electoral system.

Contention

There are notable points of contention surrounding SCR35. Critics argue that the changes proposed may undermine the stability of governance by limiting experienced lawmakers and judges, possibly complicating legislative processes. Concerns regarding the practicality of a balanced budget requirement highlight fears of potential funding cuts for vital programs. Additionally, the viability of convening a successful Article V Convention raises questions, as it would necessitate widespread agreement among states, which may be politically challenging and could lead to unintended constitutional implications.

Companion Bills

NJ SCR81

Carry Over Applies to Congress for Article V Convention of States to require balanced federal budget, impose term limits, and revise method of awarding electoral votes.

Previously Filed As

NJ SCR81

Applies to Congress for Article V Convention of States to require balanced federal budget, impose term limits, and revise method of awarding electoral votes.

NJ SCR15

Applies to Congress for an Article V Convention of States to limit certain powers of the federal government and terms of office.

NJ ACR70

Applies to Congress for an Article V Convention of States to limit certain powers of the federal government and terms of office.

NJ ACR31

Applies to Congress for an Article V Convention of States to limit certain powers of the federal government and terms of office.

NJ SCR45

Applies to Congress for an Article V Convention of States to limit certain powers of the federal government and terms of office.

NJ HCR68

Applies to congress to call a convention pursuant to Article V of the U.S. Constitution to propose a balanced budget amendment (RE SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

NJ HCR66

Applies to congress to call a convention pursuant to Article V of the U.S. Constitution to propose an amendment regarding an overall spending limitation on the federal budget (EG SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

NJ SP0600

JOINT RESOLUTION MAKING APPLICATION TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES CALLING A CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION UNDER ARTICLE V OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION LIMITED TO PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION TO REQUIRE A BALANCED FEDERAL BUDGET

NJ SJR15

Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution to provide for congressional term limits, the line-item veto, a balanced federal budget, a limit on federal debt, and the repeal of federal law by two-thirds of the several states.

NJ HJR81

Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution to provide for congressional term limits, the line-item veto, a balanced federal budget, a limit on federal debt, and the repeal of federal law by two-thirds of the several states.

Similar Bills

NJ SCR81

Applies to Congress for Article V Convention of States to require balanced federal budget, impose term limits, and revise method of awarding electoral votes.

HI HR204

Urging The President Of The United States To Publish The Equal Rights Amendment As The Twenty-eighth Amendment To The Constitution Of The United States Of America.

HI HCR200

Urging The President Of The United States To Publish The Equal Rights Amendment As The Twenty-eighth Amendment To The Constitution Of The United States Of America.

US SR107

A resolution recognizing the expiration of the Equal Rights Amendment proposed by Congress in March 1972, and observing that Congress has no authority to modify a resolution proposing a constitutional amendment after the amendment has been submitted to the States or after the amendment has expired.

AK SJR6

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TX HR468

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MT HJ18

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NJ ACR70

Applies to Congress for an Article V Convention of States to limit certain powers of the federal government and terms of office.