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MA H1929
Resolutions calling on Article V of the United States Constitution for the convening of a convention of the states
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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition of Bradford R. Hill and others for the adoption of resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to convene a Constitutional Convention. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill calls for the Massachusetts legislature to apply to the U.S. Congress to convene a limited constitutional convention under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. The purpose of the convention would be to propose amendments that impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress. The bill directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies of this application to the U.S. Congress and the legislatures of the other states, requesting their cooperation in the process.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (16)
Jay Barrows (R),
Angelo D'Emilia (R),
Shawn Dooley (R),
Kim Ferguson (R),
Susan Gifford (R),
Sheila Harrington (R),
Bradford Hill (R),
Steven Howitt (R),
Brad Jones (R),
James Kelcourse (R),
Kevin Kuros (R),
Matt Muratore (R),
Keiko Orrall (R),
Elizabeth Poirier (R),
Dave Vieira (R),
Timothy Whelan (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4272 (on 03/09/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1929 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1929.pdf |
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