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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to repeal the sixteenth article of amendment

The following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: Effective 2 years after the ratification of this article of amendment, the sixteenth article of amendment to the Constitution of the United States is repealed, and the Congress shall have no power to lay and collect taxes on incomes, from whatever source derived, except in time of war declared by the Congress. Not later than 180 days after the ratification of the article of amendment in section 1, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit a report to Congress containing recommendations for any legislation that may be necessary to implement such article.

Summary: This joint resolution prohibits the transfer to Saudi Arabia of U.S. air-to-ground munitions until the President certifies to Congress that: (1) Saudi Arabia and its coalition partners are taking all feasible precautions to reduce the risk of civilian harm and exercising proportional use of force in the course of military actions and are making demonstrable efforts to facilitate the flow of critical humanitarian aid and commercial goods; and (2) Saudi Arabia is taking effective measures to target designated foreign terrorist organizations, including al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula and affiliates of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, as part of its military operations in Yemen.
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Labor Relations Board relating to representation case procedures

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the National Labor Relations Board relating to representation case procedures (published at 79 Fed. Reg. 74308 (December 15, 2014)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.

Summary: Constitutional Amendment This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment limiting Members of the House of Representatives to six terms and Members of the Senate to two terms. Terms beginning before the ratification of this article shall not count towards term limits.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit Members of Congress from receiving compensation during a fiscal year unless both Houses of Congress have agreed to a concurrent resolution on the budget for that fiscal year prior to the beginning of that fiscal year

That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: A Member of Congress may not receive a compensation for service as a Member of Congress during a fiscal year unless both Houses of Congress have agreed to an identical concurrent resolution on the budget for that fiscal year prior to the beginning of that fiscal year. This article shall apply with respect to fiscal years which begin after this article becomes a valid part of the Constitution.

Summary: Constitutional Amendment This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment limiting Members of the House of Representatives to six terms and Members of the Senate to two terms. This article shall not apply to any person who served as a Representative or as a Senator before the 115th Congress.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the electoral college and to provide for the direct popular election of the President and Vice President of the United States

That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: The President and Vice President shall be jointly elected by the direct vote of the qualified electors of the several States and territories and the District constituting the seat of Government of the United States. The electors in each State, territory, and the District constituting the seat of Government of the United States shall have the qualifications requisite for electors of the most numerous branch of the legislative body where they reside. Congress may determine the time, place, and manner of holding the election, the entitlement to inclusion on the ballot, and the manner in which the results of the election shall be ascertained and declared.

Summary: Appoints John Fahey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on March 13, 2020

That, pursuant to section 202 of the National Emergencies Act ( (50 U.S.C. 1622) ), the national emergency declared by the finding of the President on March 13, 2020, in Proclamation 9994 (85 Fed. Reg. 15337) is hereby terminated.

Summary: This joint resolution nullifies the rule submitted by the National Park Service titled "General Provisions and Non-Federal Oil and Gas Rights."The rule published in the Federal Register on November 4, 2016, addresses non-federal oil and gas rights within National Park Service units outside of Alaska.
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to â€œAdverse Effect Wage Rate Methodology for the Temporary Employment of Hâ€“2A Nonimmigrants in Non-Range Occupations in the United Statesâ€

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Adverse Effect Wage Rate Methodology for the Temporary Employment of Hâ€“2A Nonimmigrants in Non-Range Occupations in the United States" (88 Fed. Reg. 12760 (February 28, 2023)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.

Summary: This joint resolution nullifies a Department of Labor final rule entitled Adverse Effect Wage Rate Methodology for the Temporary Employment of H-2A Nonimmigrants in Non-Range Occupations in the United States and published on February 28, 2023. This rule makes changes to the methodology used to set adverse effect wage rates for H-2A workers (temporary agricultural workers), including by using Bureau of Labor Statistics wage surveys in certain instances. (Generally, the minimum wage for an H-2A worker is the highest of the adverse effect wage rate, the applicable minimum wage, the prevailing wage for that occupation in that area, or any agreed-upon collective bargaining wage.)
To acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Vietnam War and formally apologize for the treatment they received upon returning home

That the United States, acting through Congressâ€” recognizes the extraordinary sacrifice of veterans of the Vietnam war and commends them for their unwavering and courageous sacrifice to our Nation; urges the President of the United States to formally acknowledge the widespread mistreatment of veterans of the Vietnam war as part of the ongoing Vietnam War Commemoration; on behalf of the American people, issues the long-overdue formal apology to veterans of the Vietnam war and their families for the mistreatment they endured during and after the war; and expresses urgent support for increased education in our Nationâ€™s schools to better reflect the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Vietnam war and the lack of support back home.

Summary: Constitutional Amendment This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment declaring that women shall have equal rights in the United States and every place subject to its jurisdiction.   The amendment prohibits the United States or any state from denying or abridging equal rights under the law on account of sex.
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to â€œPrudence and Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments and Exercising Shareholder Rightsâ€

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Prudence and Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments and Exercising Shareholder Rights" (87 Fed. Reg. 73822 (December 1, 2022)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.

Summary: Appoints John Fahey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve

That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: No person who has served 3 terms as a Representative shall be eligible for election to the House of Representatives. For purposes of this section, the election of a person to fill a vacancy in the House of Representatives shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Representative if the person fills the vacancy for more than 1 year. No person who has served 2 terms as a Senator shall be eligible for election or appointment to the Senate. For purposes of this section, the election or appointment of a person to fill a vacancy in the Senate shall be included as 1 term in determining the number of terms that such person has served as a Senator if the person fills the vacancy for more than 3 years. No term beginning before the date of the ratification of this article shall be taken into account in determining eligibility for election or appointment under this article.

Summary: Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits total outlays for a fiscal year (except those for repayment of debt principal) from exceeding total receipts for that fiscal year (except those derived from borrowing) unless Congress, by a three-fifths rollcall vote of each chamber, authorizes a specific excess of outlays over receipts. Requires a three-fifths rollcall vote of each chamber to increase the public debt limit. Directs the President to submit a balanced budget to Congress annually. Prohibits any bill to increase revenue from becoming law unless approved by a majority of each chamber by rollcall vote. Authorizes waivers of these provisions when a declaration of war is in effect or under other specified circumstances involving military conflict. Requires Congress, by appropriate legislation, to provide that outlays for natural disasters do not count as outlays for purposes of this joint resolution.
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the final rule of the National Park Service relating to â€œGeneral Provisions and Non-Federal Oil and Gas Rightsâ€

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the National Park Service relating to "General Provisions and Non-Federal Oil and Gas Rights" (81 Fed. Reg. 77972 (November 4, 2016)), and such policy shall have no force or effect.

Summary: This joint resolution nullifies the rule submitted by the National Park Service titled "General Provisions and Non-Federal Oil and Gas Rights."The rule published in the Federal Register on November 4, 2016, addresses non-federal oil and gas rights within National Park Service units outside of Alaska.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve to four in the House of Representatives and two in the Senate

That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: No person who has served four terms as a Representative shall be eligible for election to the House of Representatives. Any period during which a person serves as a Representative pursuant to an election to fill a vacancy shall not be included as a term served by the person for purposes of this section. No person who has served two terms as a Senator shall be eligible for election or appointment to the Senate. For purposes of this section, any period during which a person serves as a Senator pursuant to an election or appointment to fill a vacancy shall not be included as a term served by the person for purposes of this section. No term beginning before the date of the ratification of this article shall be taken into account in determining eligibility for election or appointment under this article.

Summary: Constitutional Amendment  Limits Members of the House of Representatives to three terms and Members of the Senate to two terms.
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to â€œEndangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Lesser Prairie-Chicken; Threatened Status With Section 4(d) Rule for the Northern Distinct Population Segment and Endangered Status for the Southern Distinct Population Segmentâ€

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Lesser Prairie-Chicken; Threatened Status With Section 4(d) Rule for the Northern Distinct Population Segment and Endangered Status for the Southern Distinct Population Segment" (87 Fed. Reg. 72674 (November 25, 2022)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.

Summary: Constitutional Amendment This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to treat Puerto Rico as a state for purposes of the election of the President and the Vice President.
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the final rule of the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency relating to â€œNational Ambient Air Quality Standards for Ozoneâ€

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Ozone" (80 Fed. Reg. 65292 (October 26, 2015)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.

Summary: Nullifies the Environmental Protection Agency's rule published on October 26, 2015, that revises the primary and secondary national ambient air quality standards for ozone.
Expressing support for designation of September 2013 as â€œGospel Music Heritage Monthâ€ and honoring gospel music for its valuable and longstanding contributions to the culture of the United States

That Congress supports the
			 designation of "Gospel Music Heritage Month" , which would
			 recognize the contributions to the culture of the United States derived from
			 the rich heritage of gospel music and gospel music artists.

Summary: (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) This joint resolution approves the location within Washington, D.C. and the surrounding area of the National Desert Storm and Desert Shield Memorial authorized to be established under the Carl Levin and Howard P. `Buck' McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015. This joint resolution approves the location within Washington, D.C. and the surrounding area of the National Desert Storm and Desert Shield Memorial authorized to be established under the Carl Levin and Howard P. `Buck' McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to clarify the presidential pardoning power

That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States after the date of its submission for ratification: The President shall have no power to grant to himself a reprieve or pardon for an offense against the United States.

Summary: This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) titled Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay and published on November 14, 2023. The final rule allows for the importation of fresh (chilled or frozen) beef from Paraguay into the United States under certain conditions.  The United States prohibits or restricts the importation of certain animals and animal products to prevent the introduction of various animal diseases, including foot-and-mouth disease (FMD). In response to a request from Paraguay to allow the importation of fresh beef from Paraguay into the United States, APHIS conducted a risk analysis. APHIS concluded that fresh beef could be safely imported from Paraguay, provided that certain conditions are met.  These conditions include that (1) FMD has not been diagnosed in the exporting region within the previous 12 months; (2) the meat originated from premises where FMD has not been present during the lifetime of any bovines slaughtered for U.S. meat export; and (3) APHIS may periodically conduct on-site evaluations and subsequent inspections of the slaughter facilities, records, and operations.
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to â€œEndangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the Dunes Sagebrush Lizardâ€

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the Dunes Sagebrush Lizard" (89 Fed. Reg. 43748; published May 20, 2024), and such rule shall have no force or effect.

Summary: No summary available.
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Labor Relations Board relating to â€œRepresentation Case Procedures: Election Bars; Proof of Majority Support In Construction Industry Collective-Bargaining Relationshipsâ€

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the National Labor Relations Board relating to "Representation Case Procedures: Election Bars; Proof of Majority Support In Construction Industry Collective-Bargaining Relationships" (89 Fed. Reg. 62952 (August 1, 2024)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.

Summary: No summary available.
Providing for the approval of the Congress of the proposed Agreement for Cooperation Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Peopleâ€™s Republic of China Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy transmitted on April 21, 2015

That the Congress does favor the proposed agreement for cooperation transmitted to the Congress by the President on April 21, 2015.

Summary: This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of the Armed Forces in the Saudi Arabia-led military intervention in Yemen within 30 days, unless Congress enacts a declaration of war or specific authorization for such use of force.
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to the â€œEnergy Conservation Program: Test Procedure for Consumer Water Heaters and Residential-Duty Commercial Water Heatersâ€

That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to the "Energy Conservation Program: Test Procedure for Consumer Water Heaters and Residential-Duty Commercial Water Heaters" (88 Fed. Reg. 40406 (June 21, 2023)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.

Summary: This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that grants U.S. citizens who are 18 years of age or older a right to vote unless they are serving a sentence for a felony in a correctional facility at the time of an election. (Currently, some states disallow individuals from voting, either temporarily or indefinitely, after incarceration for a felony.)
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to end the practice of including more than one subject in a single law by requiring that each law enacted by Congress be limited to only one subject and that the subject be clearly and descriptively expressed in the title of the law

That the following article is proposed as an amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution when ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several States within seven years after the date of its submission for ratification: Each bill, order, resolution, or vote which must be submitted to the President under section 7 of article I of this Constitution shall embrace no more than one subject and that subject shall be clearly and descriptively expressed in the title of the bill, order, resolution or vote.

Summary: Constitutional Amendment  This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment prohibiting total outlays for a fiscal year from exceeding total receipts for that fiscal year or 18% of the U.S. gross domestic product unless Congress authorizes the excess by a two-thirds vote of each chamber. The prohibition excludes outlays for repayment of debt principal and receipts derived from borrowing.  The amendment requires a two-thirds vote of each chamber of Congress to levy a new tax, increase the rate of any tax, or increase the debt limit.  The amendment provides any Member of Congress with standing and a cause of action to seek judicial enforcement of this amendment if authorized by a petition signed by one-third of the Members of either house of Congress. Courts are prohibited from ordering any increase in revenue to enforce this amendment.