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KS SCR1604
KS SCR1604Making application to the United States congress to call a convention of the states for the purpose of proposing amendments to limit the federal government.
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Introduced
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
In Committee
02/28/2025
02/28/2025
Crossed Over
02/28/2025
02/28/2025
Passed
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION making application to the Congress of the United States to call a convention for the purpose of proposing amendments to the Constitution of the United States that impose limits on the federal government.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution, passed by the Kansas Legislature, formally requests the United States Congress to convene a convention of the states, as permitted by Article V of the U.S. Constitution. The purpose of this convention would be to propose amendments to the Constitution specifically aimed at imposing fiscal restraints on the federal government, limiting its overall power and jurisdiction, and establishing term limits for federal officials and members of Congress. The resolution emphasizes that this application is a continuing one, intended to remain active until at least two-thirds of the states have made similar requests, and directs that copies be sent to relevant federal officials and state legislatures. The preamble highlights concerns about the federal government's excessive debt, overreach into state responsibilities through mandates, and the founders' intent for state legislators to act as guardians of liberty.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Federal and State Affairs (Senate)
Last Action
Senate Enrolled and presented to Secretary of State on Thursday, January 29, 2026 (on 01/29/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/scr1604/ |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/scr1604_enrolled.pdf |
| Senate Floor Amendment (Committee of the Whole - Motion to Amend - Offered by Senator Haley) | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/fa_2025_scr1604_s_1640.pdf |
| Senate Floor Amendment (Committee of the Whole - Motion to Amend - Offered by Senator Holscher) | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/fa_2025_scr1604_s_1634.pdf |
| Senate Floor Amendment (Committee of the Whole - Motion to Amend - Offered by Senator Shane) | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/fa_2025_scr1604_s_1638.pdf |
| Analysis - Supplemental Note: As introduced | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/supp_note_scr1604_00_0000.pdf |
| BillText | https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/scr1604_00_0000.pdf |
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