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This joint resolution requests that the United States Congress call a constitutional convention under Article 5 of the U.S. Constitution, which allows states to propose amendments when two-thirds of state legislatures apply. The resolution argues that the federal government has become fiscally irresponsible, with growing national debt, excessive regulations, and a congress that is unresponsive to citizens' interests. New Mexico's legislature seeks to use this constitutional mechanism to propose amendments that would: 1) impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, 2) limit the federal government's power and jurisdiction, and 3) establish term limits for federal officials and members of Congress. The resolution directs the New Mexico Secretary of State to send copies of this application to key federal government officials and declares that this application remains active until at least two-thirds of state legislatures have submitted similar applications, effectively creating a continuing request for a constitutional convention focused on these specific governmental reforms.

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=JR&legno=5&year=25