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Iowa Senate Bill SJR2011
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Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SJR2011

Introduced
2/17/26  

Caption

A joint resolution calling for an Article V convention in order to propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States that limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, impose fiscal restraints, and limit the number of terms that a person may serve in Congress or as a federal official.

Impact

If SJR2011 is enacted, it could initiate a significant shift in the balance of power between state and federal governments. Advocates argue that a convention to propose these amendments is necessary to address what they perceive as federal overreach and accumulating national debt caused by imprudent federal spending. Proponents believe that these amendments would empower states to reclaim some authority that they feel has been usurped by the federal domain.

Summary

Senate Joint Resolution 2011 (SJR2011) is a legislative initiative that calls for an Article V convention. This convention would propose amendments to the United States Constitution with the specific objectives of limiting the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, imposing fiscal restraints, and enforcing term limits on federal officials and members of Congress. This resolution represents a push towards greater states' rights and a recalibration of the federal-state power dynamic in the U.S. governance structure.

Contention

Despite its supporters, SJR2011 may face challenges and contention. Critics express concerns that an Article V convention could lead to unintended consequences, including the potential for radical amendments that were not the original intent of the resolution. The fear is that once the process begins, it could spiral out of the control of the state legislators and lead to changes that may not align with the original focus on limiting federal power and imposing term limits.

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Companion Bills

IA HJR2004

Similar To A joint resolution calling for an Article V convention in order to propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States that limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, impose fiscal restraints, and limit the number of terms that a person may serve in Congress or as a federal official.

Previously Filed As

IA HJR6

A joint resolution calling for an Article V convention in order to propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States that impose fiscal restraints, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the number of terms that a person may serve in Congress or as a federal official.(See HJR 11.)

IA HJR2004

A joint resolution calling for an Article V convention in order to propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States that limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, impose fiscal restraints, and limit the number of terms that a person may serve in Congress or as a federal official.

IA HJR11

A joint resolution calling for an Article V convention in order to propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States that impose fiscal restraints, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the number of terms that a person may serve in Congress or as a federal official.(Formerly HJR 6.)

IA SJR2

A joint resolution calling for an Article V convention in order to propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States that impose fiscal restraints, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the number of terms that a person may serve in Congress.

IA HJR51

A JOINT RESOLUTION applying for an Article V convention to propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States that impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for federal government officials and members of Congress.

IA SJR58

A JOINT RESOLUTION applying for an Article V convention to propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States that impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for federal government officials and members of Congress.

IA SJR51

A JOINT RESOLUTION applying for an Article V convention to propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States that impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for federal government officials and members of Congress.

IA 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.

IA 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.

IA 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.

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