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Age Limit for President, Vice President, and Members of Congress

A proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution introduces an upper age limit for key public offices. If adopted, citizens would only be able to vote for candidates who will not turn 75 during their term, potentially influencing the selection of future national leaders.
Key points
No person may be elected President, Vice President, Senator, or Representative if they will be 75 years or older during their term.
Terms started before this amendment's ratification do not count towards eligibility.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HJRES_87
Sponsor: Rep. James, John [R-MI-10]
Process start date: 2023-09-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to establish an upper limit on the age of eligibility for service as President, Vice President, or Member of Congress.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HJRES_87.

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 2023-09-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • No person may be elected President, Vice President, Senator, or Representative if they will be 75 years or older during their term.
  • Terms started before this amendment's ratification do not count towards eligibility.
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. James, John [R-MI-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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