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Term Limits for Congress: Constitutional Amendment Debate

This document outlines the procedure for considering a proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution that would limit the number of terms members of Congress can serve. If adopted, this could impact political turnover and potentially increase opportunities for new faces in politics, with long-term consequences for citizen representation.
Key points
The House of Representatives will debate a proposal to limit the number of terms for members of Congress.
This change, if adopted, would require an amendment to the United States Constitution.
Citizens may experience the impact of this change through more frequent turnover in Congress and potentially greater political dynamism.
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Print number: 119_HRES_801
Sponsor: Rep. Luna, Anna Paulina [R-FL-13]
Process start date: 2025-10-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Providing for the consideration of the joint resolution (H. J. Res. 12) 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 119_HRES_801.

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 2025-10-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The House of Representatives will debate a proposal to limit the number of terms for members of Congress.
  • This change, if adopted, would require an amendment to the United States Constitution.
  • Citizens may experience the impact of this change through more frequent turnover in Congress and potentially greater political dynamism.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Luna, Anna Paulina [R-FL-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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