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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms an individual may serve as a Member of Congress.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

Summary of Bill HJRES 5

Bill 118 hjres 5, also known as the Term Limits for Members of Congress Amendment, proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the United States that would limit the number of terms an individual may serve as a Member of Congress.

If passed, this amendment would impose term limits on members of the House of Representatives and the Senate, restricting them from serving more than a certain number of terms. The specific number of terms that would be allowed under this amendment is not specified in the bill itself, leaving it up to Congress to determine the exact limit.

Supporters of this bill argue that imposing term limits on members of Congress would help prevent the entrenchment of career politicians and promote turnover in elected office. They believe that term limits would bring fresh perspectives and new ideas to Congress, as well as reduce the influence of special interests. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that term limits would limit the ability of experienced lawmakers to effectively represent their constituents and navigate the complexities of the legislative process. They also argue that term limits could lead to a loss of institutional knowledge and expertise in Congress. Overall, the Term Limits for Members of Congress Amendment is a controversial proposal that seeks to address concerns about the longevity of politicians in office. It remains to be seen whether this bill will gain enough support to pass in Congress and ultimately be ratified as an amendment to the Constitution.

Congressional Summary of HJRES 5

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment limiting Representatives to six terms and Senators to two terms. The amendment shall not apply to any person who served as a Representative or a Senator before the 118th Congress.

Current Status of Bill HJRES 5

Bill HJRES 5 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HJRES 5 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023.  Bill HJRES 5's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 5

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 5

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional elections
- Constitution and constitutional amendments
- House of Representatives
- Members of Congress
- Senate

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 5

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms an individual may serve as a Member of Congress.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms an individual may serve as a Member of Congress.

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