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HCR 5022

Making application to the congress of the United States to call a convention of the states to establish term limits for members of congress.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bill Sutton

Kansas petitions Congress to call a Constitutional Convention specifically to establish term limits for federal legislators, advancing a multi-state push for congressional reform.

Enrolled and presented to Secretary of State on Wednesday, March 11, 2026
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Bill Summary · HCR 5022

Legislative bill overview

HCR 5022 is a Kansas resolution applying to Congress to convene a Constitutional Convention of the States for the purpose of establishing term limits on members of Congress. The resolution passed the Kansas House with amendment (78-42) and represents one state's formal petition under Article V of the Constitution, which allows two-thirds of state legislatures to call a convention for proposing amendments.

Why is this important

Term limits for Congress is a decades-long debate with significant constitutional implications. A Convention of the States, if triggered by enough states, could fundamentally alter the structure of the federal government—but it could also potentially open the door to other constitutional amendments beyond term limits, which concerns many observers. This represents Kansas joining an organized multi-state effort to reshape congressional governance.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope concern: Critics worry a convention called for one purpose (term limits) could become a "runaway convention" proposing unrelated constitutional changes, while supporters argue safeguards exist
  • Effectiveness debate: Opponents question whether term limits would reduce corruption or special interest influence, while proponents argue it would increase legislative independence and reduce entrenchment
  • Representation imbalance: The Article V convention process gives equal power to each state regardless of population, meaning smaller states would have disproportionate influence on any amendments proposed

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

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