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Amending Rules for Admitting New States to the Union

A proposed constitutional amendment aims to make it harder to admit new states into the United States. If adopted, it would require a two-thirds vote in both houses of Congress, making the process more demanding. For citizens, this means decisions about expanding the country would require greater political consensus.
Key points
Requires a two-thirds vote in both the House and Senate for new state admission.
Aims to increase political consensus for decisions on expanding the Union.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HJRES_42
Sponsor: Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-4]
Process start date: 2021-04-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide that a new State may only be admitted into the Union upon a vote of two-thirds of each House of Congress.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HJRES_42.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires a two-thirds vote in both the House and Senate for new state admission.
  • Aims to increase political consensus for decisions on expanding the Union.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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