HJRES 259 · 98th Congress · Congress

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide for four-year terms for Representatives, and to prohibit the candidacy of Representatives for the office of Senator.

Introduced 1983-05-03· Sponsored by Rep. Simon, Paul [D-IL-22]· House

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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Subcommittee on Civil and Constitutional Rights.(1983-05-06)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Constitutional Amendment - Provides for staggered four-year terms for Members of the House of Representatives. Prohibits a Representative, during an elected term, from being a candidate for the office of Senator.…

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