Applying to the United States Congress for a convention of the states to propose amendments to the United States Constitution regarding the imposition of fiscal restraints on the federal government, further limiting the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limiting the terms of office for members of Congress and other federal officials.
Impact
By advocating for a constitutional convention, SJR503 aims to address the growing concerns over federal spending and governance. If successful, it could lead to significant amendments regarding federal fiscal policies, potential limitations on federal authority, and establish a precedent for state involvement in federal governance matters. Proponents of the resolution argue that such measures are necessary to restore power to the states and to rein in what they consider federal overreach, which they believe infringes upon the rights and freedoms of states and their citizens.
Summary
SJR503 is a Senate Joint Resolution introduced in South Dakota, which seeks to apply to the United States Congress for a convention of states. The primary aim of this resolution is to propose amendments to the U.S. Constitution that would impose fiscal restraints on the federal government. It further seeks to limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government and to establish term limits for members of Congress and other federal officials. This legislative move underscores the state's view on the increasing national debt and perceived overreach by the federal government.
Contention
However, the concept of calling a constitutional convention evokes various contentious opinions. Critics fear that a convention could be a risky endeavor that may lead to unintended consequences, including the potential for fundamental changes to the Constitution beyond what the resolution states—specifically regarding the Bill of Rights. Concerns about who would be delegated to represent the states, whether the convention could stray beyond its intended purpose, and the implications of such power shifts are central to the debate surrounding SJR503.
Applying to the United States Congress for a convention of the states to propose amendments to the United States Constitution regarding the imposition of fiscal restraints on the federal government, further limiting the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limiting the terms of office for members of Congress and other federal officials.
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.
Urging the United States Congress and the President of the United States to remove the requirement of a project labor agreement for federal construction projects.
Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, limiting the assessed value of real property and limiting real property taxes.
Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, limiting to a flat rate the real property taxes.
Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, clarifying that an individual must be a citizen of the United States to be eligible to vote.
Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, conditioning the requirement of expanded Medicaid on the level of federal medical assistance.
Proposes temporary constitutional amendment allowing State constitutional convention convened to reform system of property taxation to propose statutory changes.
Proposes temporary constitutional amendment allowing State constitutional convention convened to reform system of property taxation to propose statutory changes.
(Constitutional Amendment) Provides for the election of constitutional convention delegates and vote requirements necessary for the adoption of a new constitution (RR SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)
(Constitutional Amendment) Modifies disposition of certain state revenues through repeal of the Revenue Stabilization Trust Fund and deposits of certain revenue streams into the Budget Stabilization Fund (RRF INCREASE GF RV See Note)
(Constitutional Amendment) Provides relative to the application of state monies to the unfunded accrued liability of the Teachers' Retirement System of La. (EN DECREASE SD RV See Note)
Proposing An Amendment To Article Xvii, Section 3 Of The Hawaii Constitution To Specify That The Standard For Voter Approval Of A Constitutional Amendment Proposed By The Legislature Is A Majority Of All The Votes Tallied Upon The Question.