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This joint resolution respectfully requests that the United States Congress call a convention of the states, as provided for in Article V of the U.S. Constitution, for the specific purpose of proposing amendments to the Constitution. The resolution outlines the reasons for this request, citing concerns about the national debt, federal overreach into state affairs through mandates, and a perceived departure from proper constitutional interpretation by the federal government. It establishes rules for selecting and overseeing delegates, known as commissioners, who would represent the state at such a convention. These rules include qualifications for commissioners, their selection process, the limitations on their authority to ensure proposed amendments are germane to the reasons for calling the convention and do not alter fundamental individual liberties, and procedures for their removal if they exceed their mandate. The resolution also details the establishment of an advisory committee to monitor the commissioners and provide guidance.

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