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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require individuals to demonstrate cognitive competence as a condition of holding the office of President or Vice President.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

Summary of Bill HJRES 35

Bill 118 hjres 35 proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the United States that would require individuals to demonstrate cognitive competence in order to hold the office of President or Vice President. This means that candidates for these positions would need to show that they have the mental capacity and ability to effectively carry out the duties of the presidency or vice presidency.

The bill aims to ensure that individuals who hold these high-ranking positions in the government are capable of making sound decisions and effectively leading the country. It seeks to address concerns about the mental fitness of candidates for these offices and prevent individuals who may not be mentally competent from assuming such important roles.

If this bill were to become law, it would likely have significant implications for future presidential and vice presidential candidates. They would need to undergo some form of cognitive assessment or testing to demonstrate their mental competence before being eligible to run for office. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 35 raises important questions about the qualifications and requirements for individuals seeking to hold the highest offices in the United States government. It will be interesting to see how this proposal is debated and whether it gains traction in Congress.

Congressional Summary of HJRES 35

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment requiring individuals to demonstrate cognitive competence as a condition of holding the office of President or Vice President.

Current Status of Bill HJRES 35

Bill HJRES 35 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 21, 2023. Bill HJRES 35 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 21, 2023.  Bill HJRES 35's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 21, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 35

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 35

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Constitution and constitutional amendments
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 35

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require individuals to demonstrate cognitive competence as a condition of holding the office of President or Vice President.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require individuals to demonstrate cognitive competence as a condition of holding the office of President or Vice President.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HJRES 35

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