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Committee hears Convention of States resolution; proponents emphasize fiscal restraints, term limits and safeguards
Summary
Chairman Corvaci introduced a resolution, House Bill 5385, requesting a convention of states under Article V of the U.S. Constitution limited to fiscal restraints on the federal government, narrowing federal jurisdiction, and term limits for federal officials. Dozens of witnesses testified in support, arguing the amendment process preserves state
Chairman Corvaci introduced House Resolution (House Bill) 5385 to request a convention of states under Article V of the U.S. Constitution limited to three topics: imposing fiscal restraints on the federal government, limiting the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and imposing term limits on federal officials, including members of Congress.
Ross Maher testified for the proponents and outlined procedural safeguards built into the state’s proposed…
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