Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing that the rights protected and extended by the Constitution are the rights of natural persons only.

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment providing that the rights protected and extended by the Constitution are the rights of natural persons only. Artificial entities, such as corporations, shall have no rights under the Constitution and are subject to regulation.

The amendment requires federal, state, and local governments to (1) regulate, limit, or prohibit election contributions and expenditures, including a candidate's own contributions and expenditures, to ensure equal access of citizens to the political process, regardless of economic status; and (2) require that any permissible contributions and expenditures be publicly disclosed.

Additionally, the judiciary is prohibited from construing the spending of money to influence elections to be speech under the First Amendment.

Bill 118 hjres 54, also known as the "Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing that the rights protected and extended by the Constitution are the rights of natural persons only," aims to clarify that the rights outlined in the Constitution are intended for individuals only, not corporations or other artificial entities.

The bill seeks to address concerns about the influence of corporations and other non-human entities in the political process and the legal system. By explicitly stating that the rights protected by the Constitution are for natural persons only, the bill aims to prevent corporations from using their financial resources to influence elections or legal decisions.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to ensure that the rights enshrined in the Constitution are upheld for individuals, rather than being exploited by powerful corporate interests. They believe that this amendment is crucial for maintaining a fair and democratic society. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it could have unintended consequences and restrict the rights of businesses and other organizations. They argue that corporations should have some level of legal protection in order to operate effectively and contribute to the economy. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 54 is a proposed amendment to the Constitution that seeks to clarify that the rights protected by the Constitution are intended for natural persons only, not corporations or other artificial entities. The bill has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public about the role of corporations in society and the legal system.