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HJR 22

Requesting the United States Congress to propose an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to set a limit on the number of terms that a person may be elected as a member of the United States House of Representatives and as a member of the United States Senate; and requesting the United States Congress to call for a constitutional convention of the states to propose a single amendment to the Constitution of the United States to set a limit on the number of terms that a person may be elected as a member of the United States House of Representatives and as a member of the United States Senate.

34th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Jeremy Bynum and 11 co-sponsors

Alaska requests Congress propose or convene a constitutional convention to enact term limits on U.S. House and Senate members.

(H) COSPONSOR(S): COULOMBE
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Bill Summary · HJR 22

Legislative bill overview

HJR 22 is a joint resolution requesting that the U.S. Congress propose a constitutional amendment limiting the number of terms members of the House of Representatives and Senate can serve. The bill also requests Congress call a constitutional convention of the states to propose this same single-issue amendment, creating a dual pathway for constitutional change.

Why is this important

Term limits for federal legislators have been debated for decades, with supporters arguing they reduce incumbent advantages and increase turnover, while critics contend they weaken legislative expertise and constituent representation. This bill represents a significant constitutional intervention—amending the Constitution requires extraordinary consensus (two-thirds of both chambers or a convention plus three-fourths of states), making this a major policy statement with long-term institutional consequences.

Potential points of contention

  • Incumbent protection vs. voter choice: Term limits could prevent experienced legislators from serving, but also could reduce gerrymandering advantages and entrenched power structures
  • Constitutional convention risk: Calling a convention creates uncertainty—once convened, delegates could propose amendments beyond term limits, potentially destabilizing other constitutional provisions
  • Democratic theory divide: Proponents see term limits as anti-corruption; opponents argue voters already have term limit power through elections and shouldn't be restricted from re-electing preferred representatives

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

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