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This bill adopts a compact for a convention of the states, which is a meeting called under Article V of the U.S. Constitution when two-thirds of the states apply for a convention on specific topics. The compact establishes rules for such a convention, ensuring that all voting is conducted on a one-state, one-vote basis, meaning each state has an equal vote regardless of its population. Furthermore, the convention is strictly limited to considering proposed amendments on only those topics or subjects that were specifically listed in the applications from the two-thirds of states that led to the convention being called. This aims to prevent the scope of the convention from being broadened beyond its original purpose. The bill also defines terms like "compact," "commission" (which refers to the formal document outlining a delegate's credentials and voting instructions), and "member state" (a state that has adopted the compact). It emphasizes that only state legislatures have the authority to act on behalf of their state in this process and sets conditions for when the compact takes effect and how states can withdraw from it.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/210/details