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HB 2931

convention of states; delegation; oath

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Kevin Volk

HB 2931 establishes procedures for Arizona delegates to a constitutional Convention of States, including oath requirements and delegation protocols for a potential federal amendment process.

House Second Reading
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Bill Summary · HB 2931

Legislative bill overview

HB 2931 addresses the procedures and requirements for Arizona delegates participating in a Convention of States, including oath provisions and delegation protocols. The bill establishes guidelines for how Arizona would select, credential, and manage representatives if a constitutional convention were called under Article V of the U.S. Constitution.

Why is this important

A Convention of States is a rarely-used constitutional mechanism that could potentially propose amendments to the U.S. Constitution. This bill would establish Arizona's operational framework for such an unprecedented event, affecting how state power is exercised at the federal level and clarifying delegate responsibilities and accountability.

Potential points of contention

  • Constitutional scope concerns: Debate over whether a Convention of States could be limited to specific amendments or might become a "runaway convention" that could propose broader constitutional changes
  • Delegate selection and control: Questions about how much state legislators versus voters control delegate selection, and whether delegates should be bound by state instructions
  • Federal vs. state authority: Disagreement over whether states have sufficient authority to unilaterally call such a convention and set its parameters without federal involvement

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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