Bill > HB2398

This bill establishes strict penalties for delegates attending a convention of states (a constitutional convention called by states to propose amendments to the U.S. Constitution) who exceed their designated authority. Specifically, the bill stipulates that if a delegate goes beyond the original scope or instructions provided by the state that sent them to the convention, they will face severe consequences: immediate removal from the delegation, a substantial financial penalty ranging from $100,000 to $500,000, potential imprisonment of up to 10 years, and the nullification of any votes they cast during the convention. The goal is to ensure that delegates strictly adhere to their state's instructions and prevent unauthorized modifications to potential constitutional amendments. This provision aims to provide a strong legal deterrent against delegates who might attempt to expand the convention's original purpose or introduce changes not originally intended by the states that called the convention.

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