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Georgia House Bill HR1861
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Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HR1861

Caption

United States Congress; call a convention under Article V of the Constitution of the United States limited to proposing amendments to limit the influence of money in political elections and on government officials

Impact

If successful, HR1861 could lead to significant amendments to the Constitution that could reshape the regulatory framework surrounding campaign finance and political contributions. Such changes might serve to restore public trust in the electoral process and address the ongoing concerns regarding the repercussions of 'dark money' and unlimited donations by wealthy individuals and entities. Implementing these changes could affect state laws as well, depending on how broadly the amendments are interpreted and enforced across state jurisdictions.

Summary

House Resolution 1861 (HR1861) calls upon the United States Congress to initiate a convention under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. This convention would be limited specifically to proposing amendments aimed at reducing the influence of money in political elections and on government officials. The resolution highlights a growing public concern regarding campaign contributions and expenditures, particularly in light of perceived governmental corruption and the Supreme Court's rulings that have, in many instances, struck down previous limitations on such monetary influences in politics.

Contention

However, there are notable points of contention surrounding HR1861. Critics may argue that calling a constitutional convention poses inherent risks, including the potential for unintended changes to other constitutional provisions beyond the intended scope. Concerns about the control over the convention and the outcome of the amendments proposed, as well as the effects these amendments might have on free speech and political discourse, are likely to be hotly debated. Furthermore, the effectiveness of such amendments in genuinely limiting monetary influence, given existing Supreme Court precedents, remains uncertain.

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Previously Filed As

GA SC515

United States Constitutional Convention under Article V; apply for congressional term limits.

GA SC513

United States Constitutional Convention under Article V; apply for congressional term limits.

GA HC51

United States Constitutional Convention under Article V; apply for congressional term limits.

GA HJR5002

Applying to the United States Congress under Article V of the United States Constitution to call for a convention for proposing an amendment to the constitution establishing congressional term limits.

GA HJR118

Applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for the limited purpose of proposing an amendment to the constitution to limit the terms of office of members of Congress.

GA SCR98

Urging The United States Congress To Call A Convention For Proposing Amendments Pursuant To Article V Of The United States Constitution Limited To Proposing Amendments That Impose Fiscal Restraints On The Federal Government, Limit The Power And Jurisdiction Of The Federal Government, And Limit The Terms Of Office For Its Officials And Members Of Congress.

GA HCR80

Urging The United States Congress To Call A Convention For Proposing Amendments Pursuant To Article V Of The United States Constitution Limited To Proposing Amendments That Impose Fiscal Restraints On The Federal Government, Limit The Power And Jurisdiction Of The Federal Government, And Limit The Terms Of Office For Its Officials And Members Of Congress.

GA HCR34

Urging The United States Congress To Call A Convention For Proposing Amendments Pursuant To Article V Of The United States Constitution Limited To Proposing Amendments That Impose Fiscal Restraints On The Federal Government, Limit The Power And Jurisdiction Of The Federal Government, And Limit The Terms Of Office For Its Officials And Members Of Congress.

GA SR158

Applying To The United States Congress To Call An Article V Convention To Propose Certain Limited Amendments To The United States Constitution.

GA SCR140

Applying To The United States Congress To Call An Article V Convention To Propose Certain Limited Amendments To The United States Constitution.

Similar Bills

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