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This resolution applies for a convention of states under Article V of the U.S. Constitution, driven by concerns about federal government overreach and fiscal irresponsibility. The resolution argues that the federal government has created excessive national debt, imposed unfunded mandates on states, and deviated from a proper constitutional interpretation. Specifically, the New Hampshire legislature is requesting a convention to propose constitutional amendments that would: 1) impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, 2) limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and 3) establish term limits for federal officials and members of Congress. The resolution directs the state house clerk to send copies of the application to key federal and state legislative leaders, and declares that this application will remain active until at least two-thirds of state legislatures have made similar applications. Article V of the Constitution allows states to propose constitutional amendments through a convention process as an alternative to congressional amendment proposals, providing a mechanism for states to check federal power.

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https://gc.nh.gov/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/bill_docket.aspx?lsr=0150&sy=2025&sortoption=&txtsessionyear=2025&txtbillnumber=HCR3