H.J.Res. 66 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide for terms of office for Members of the House of Representatives.
H.J.Res. 66 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Jul 24, 2003, sponsored by Charlie Stenholm with 2 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jul 24, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 2
- Policy area
- Congress
What it does
Constitutional Amendment - Increases the term of office of a member of the House of Representatives from two to fours years, except for terms corresponding to general elections conducted in years corresponding to the decennial census, which shall be for two years. Provides that nothing in this Amendment shall be construed to limit the number of consecutive terms a Representative may serve.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Charlie Stenholm (D-TX). Co-sponsors: 2 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 24, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution. (Sep 4, 2003)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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