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Term Limits for Congress: New Rules for House and Senate Members

A proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution aims to limit the number of terms members of Congress can serve. If ratified, this would impact how long politicians can hold office, potentially increasing turnover and bringing new individuals into politics. Citizens might experience a more dynamic political representation.
Key points
Members of the House of Representatives would be limited to eight terms.
Senators would be limited to three terms.
These rules would not apply to individuals serving a term when the amendment is ratified.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HJRES_69
Sponsor: Rep. Fallon, Pat [R-TX-4]
Process start date: 2022-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HJRES_69.

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 2022-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Members of the House of Representatives would be limited to eight terms.
  • Senators would be limited to three terms.
  • These rules would not apply to individuals serving a term when the amendment is ratified.
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. Fallon, Pat [R-TX-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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