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North Dakota Senate Bill SCR4003
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North Dakota 2025-2026 Regular Session

North Dakota Senate Bill SCR4003

Introduced
1/10/25  
Refer
1/10/25  

Caption

A concurrent resolution to rescind all extant applications by the North Dakota Legislative Assembly to call a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution under Article V of the United States Constitution.

Impact

The resolution articulates that while the Constitution has mechanisms for amendment, these do not require a convention. The bill argues that an Article V convention poses an inherent risk to citizens' rights and the structure of government, suggesting that the existing framework of accountability and governance is sufficient for maintaining the principles outlined in the Constitution. The resolution positions itself against what is seen as a dangerous political move that could invite unwanted changes to foundational constitutional principles.

Summary

SCR4003 is a concurrent resolution from the North Dakota Legislative Assembly that aims to rescind all previous applications made by the state legislature to Congress for calling a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution under Article V. This resolution reflects a cautious stance towards the process of amending the Constitution, emphasizing the potential risks involved in opening up a convention that could propose wide-ranging changes.

Contention

Debate around SCR4003 mainly centers on the validity and safety of holding an Article V convention. Proponents of rescinding such applications assert that it protects citizens' rights and insists on reliance on an informed electorate to address federal overreach. Opponents, however, may argue that the opportunity to propose meaningful amendments that reflect contemporary societal needs should not be dismissed outright, potentially leading to further discussions about the balance between state autonomy and the federal framework.

Notable_points

SCR4003 urges not only the rescindment of North Dakota's applications but also encourages other state legislatures with similar applications to do the same. This call for unity among states signifies a broader movement among various states to reassess the implications of an amending convention and to safeguard their legislative authority against potential overreach by the federal government.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ND HCR5

Rescinding House Concurrent Resolution No. 40 passed by the 2012 New Hampshire General Court asking that Congress call a convention under Article V of the United States Constitution.

ND H7792

JOINT RESOLUTION RESCINDING PREVIOUS ARTICLE V CONVENTION APPLICATIONS (Rescinds any prior applications to the United States Congress from the Rhode Island General Assembly to call for a convention to amend the United States Constitution.)

ND HJR22

Rescinding the automatic rescission of certain applications made by the Texas Legislature to the United States Congress to call a national convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for proposing any amendment to that constitution.

ND SJR41

Rescinding the automatic rescission of certain applications made by the Texas Legislature to the United States Congress to call a national convention under Article V of the United States Constitution for proposing any amendment to that constitution.

ND HF3088

A joint resolution rescinding prior applications of the legislature to Congress for a constitutional convention under Article V of the Constitution of the United States.

ND S2954

JOINT RESOLUTION RESCINDING ALL PRIOR ARTICLE V CONVENTION APPLICATIONS (Cancels and nullifies all prior applications by the general assembly calling for a constitutional convention.)

ND S2463

Resolutions for a United States Constitutional Amendment and a limited amendment proposing convention

ND H3842

Resolutions for a United States constitutional amendment and a limited amendment proposing convention

ND H3888

Resolutions calling on Article V of the United States Constitution for the convening of a convention of the states

ND HJ00049

Resolution Rescinding Previous Applications Of The General Assembly That Called For An Article V Convention To Propose Amendments To The Constitution Of The United States And Directing Transmission Of Such Resolution To Congress For Printing In The Congressional Record.

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