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MA H3541
MA H3541Resolutions calling on Article V of the United States Constitution for the convening of a convention of the states
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
03/04/2024
03/04/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
By Representative Xiarhos of Barnstable, a petition of Steven George Xiarhos and others for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to convene a Constitutional Convention. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill calls on the U.S. Congress to convene a Constitutional Convention under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. The purpose of the convention would be to propose amendments that impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress. The bill directs the Massachusetts Secretary of State to transmit copies of the application to federal and state legislative leaders, requesting their cooperation. The application is considered a continuing one until two-thirds of the states have made similar applications on the same subject.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (9)
Steve Xiarhos (R)*,
Susan Gifford (R),
Steven Howitt (R),
Brad Jones (R),
Joe McKenna (R),
Matt Muratore (R),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Marcus Vaughn (R),
Dave Vieira (R),
Last Action
No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3541 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3541.pdf |
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