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This joint resolution calls for an Article V convention, a constitutional mechanism that allows state legislatures to propose amendments to the U.S. Constitution without going through Congress. The resolution specifically seeks amendments to impose three key limitations: fiscal restraints on federal spending, restrictions on federal government power and jurisdiction, and term limits for federal officials and members of Congress. The underlying rationale, as explained in the whereas clauses, is that the federal government has accumulated excessive national debt, inappropriately invaded state roles through unfunded mandates, and deviated from a proper constitutional interpretation. The resolution is a continuing application, meaning it remains in effect until either two-thirds of state legislatures support a similar convention or Iowa's General Assembly chooses to withdraw the application. If successful, the convention would be limited to the specified amendment topics, and the Secretary of State is required to distribute certified copies of the resolution to key federal and state legislative leaders, signaling Iowa's formal request for a constitutional amendment convention.

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https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislation/BillBook?ga=91&ba=HJR6