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MN SF408

MN SF408
A resolution memorializing Congress to call a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution to impose fiscal constraints on the federal government, limit the power a jurisdiction of the federal government and limit the terms of office for its officials


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Introduced
01/21/2025
In Committee
01/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

94th Legislature 2025-2026

Bill Summary

A resolution memorializing Congress to call a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution to impose fiscal constraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for its officials and for members of Congress.

AI Summary

This bill is a resolution calling for a convention of states under Article V of the U.S. Constitution to propose amendments aimed at addressing what the Minnesota Legislature sees as federal government overreach. The bill argues that the federal government has accumulated excessive national debt, infringed on states' rights through unfunded mandates, and strayed from a proper constitutional interpretation. Specifically, the resolution petitions Congress to call a convention limited to proposing constitutional amendments that would: impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the federal government's power and jurisdiction, and restrict the terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress. The resolution is considered a continuing application, meaning it remains valid until at least two-thirds of state legislatures have made similar applications. If passed, the Minnesota Secretary of State would be required to send copies of the memorial to key federal and state legislative leaders, including the President of the Senate, Speaker of the House, and Minnesota's congressional delegation.

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Government Affairs

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Author added Heintzeman (on 05/19/2025)

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