A concurrent resolution applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention to propose amend...
This resolution asks Congress to initiate a convention to suggest amendments that would limit federal power, impose fiscal restraints, and set term limits for officials. This is a formal step towards altering the U.S. Constitution regarding federal authority and governance.
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HCR 7 — A concurrent resolution applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress.
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3Passed House
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4Passed Senate
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5To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill has passed the House. Introduced June 03, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.
Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the Senate.
Prognosis
Where this bill stands today.
Odds of enactment
ModerateHow often bills like it became law.
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Passed House
Current position in the legislative process.
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1 sponsor
1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.
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Single-party support
Sponsorship is currently within one party (1 R).
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Spreading across states
Near-identical bills in 2 other states — cross-state momentum.
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In plain language
The resolution requests Congress to call a convention for proposing constitutional amendments.
This resolution asks Congress to initiate a convention to suggest amendments that would limit federal power, impose fiscal restraints, and set term limits for officials. This is a formal step towards altering the U.S. Constitution regarding federal authority and governance.
Summary
A concurrent resolution applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
5 added · 5 removedPlain-language change summary
The amendment to HCR 7 updates the list of representatives involved in offering the resolution by adding Rep. Glanville alongside Reps. Meerman and Wortz. This change clarifies that all three representatives are collaborating on this resolution, which can enhance support and visibility for the proposal. It emphasizes a united effort among the representatives, potentially increasing its chances of gaining approval.
MeermanMeerman, Wortz and WortzGlanville offered the following concurrent resolution:
Article V of the United States Constitution provides, in part, that Congress, “on the Application of the Legislatures of two thirds of the several States, shall call a Convention for proposing LSB Research Services Division GCK R0255'26_HCR0007_INTR_1R0255'26_HCR7_AAH_1 oz5sbxqz849e 1 Amendments” to the United States Constitution;
and be it further Resolved, That the Secretary of State is hereby directed to transmit copies of this application to the presiding officers of LSB Research Services Division GCK R0255'26_HCR0007_INTR_1R0255'26_HCR7_AAH_1 oz5sbxqz849e each of the legislative houses in the several states, requesting their cooperation;
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- As Adopted by the House View text Current pdf
- Introduced House Introduced Concurrent Resolution pdf
Action History
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Sponsors
- Luke Meerman · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 146 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
- Luke Meerman Republican
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (146)
146 members have not signed on to this bill.
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Subjects
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- HCR 3006 A concurrent resolution calling for a convention for the purpose of amending the United States Constitution to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government and limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government. North Dakota 91% Compare text
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- SR 77 A Concurrent Resolution petitioning the Congress of the United States to call a Convention for proposing amendments pursuant to Article V of the Constitution of the United States 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 for members of Congress. Pennsylvania 90% Compare text
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- HCR 3006 A concurrent resolution calling for a convention for the purpose of amending the United States Constitution to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government and limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government. North Dakota 89% Compare text
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- HR 109 A Concurrent Resolution petitioning the Congress of the United States to call a Convention for proposing amendments pursuant to Article V of the Constitution of the United States 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 for members of Congress. Pennsylvania 85% Compare text
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Frequently asked questions
- What does HCR 7 do?
- A concurrent resolution applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress.
- Who sponsors HCR 7?
- HCR 7 is sponsored by Luke Meerman (Republican).
- What is the current status of HCR 7?
- This bill has passed the House. Introduced June 03, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.
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