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Constitutional Amendment: Direct Election of US President and Vice President

This proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution aims to abolish the Electoral College. It means the President and Vice President would be directly elected by citizens, potentially increasing the feeling of influence over election outcomes. Congress would set the rules and dates for voting, ensuring a single election day nationwide.
Key points
Abolition of the Electoral College: The President and Vice President would be directly elected by citizens, not by electors.
Increased citizen influence: Every vote cast in presidential elections would have equal weight, regardless of the state of residence.
Standardized election rules: Congress would establish nationwide rules and a single voting day, potentially simplifying the election process.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SJRES_69
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Process start date: 2022-12-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the electoral college and to provide for the direct election of the President and Vice President of the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SJRES_69.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Abolition of the Electoral College: The President and Vice President would be directly elected by citizens, not by electors.
  • Increased citizen influence: Every vote cast in presidential elections would have equal weight, regardless of the state of residence.
  • Standardized election rules: Congress would establish nationwide rules and a single voting day, potentially simplifying the election process.
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 Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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