Indiana Calls for Constitutional Convention on Term Limits Amid Legislative Tensions
INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Mike Braun’s office witnessed a significant development as Indiana became the 11th state to petition for a convention aimed at amending the U.S. Constitution to impose congressional term limits. This move, spearheaded by Rep. Dave Hall, R-Norman, passed with a 66-30 vote after years of unsuccessful attempts, emphasizing the need to break the cycle of "career politicians" prioritizing re-election over substantial governance. The measure aligns with U.S. Term Limits, seeking to aggregate with similar applications from other states.
Hall stated, "As more states pass resolutions, Congress will be pressured to take action," although concerns about a "runaway convention" persist among legislators wary of expanding the meeting’s scope beyond term limits. Both Republican and Democratic members voiced dissent, with Rep. Ed DeLaney, D-Indianapolis, highlighting the hypocrisy of not applying term limits to state legislators.
In another contentious matter, the Senate advanced a resolution supporting pregnancy care centers, which has sparked emotional debate. Advocates claim these facilities offer essential services to women during critical periods, while critics accuse some centers of misleading practices, particularly regarding their anti-abortion stance. The proposal passed 39-9, appealing to federal and state entities for support.
In the background, legislators navigated changes to gun records laws, with a bill set to expunge records under Indiana’s red flag law heading to the governor. Meanwhile, unresolved disputes over carbon dioxide sequestration fund allocation delayed further legislative actions.
This legislative session highlights the complex challenges facing Indiana lawmakers as they tackle urgent social issues and structural reforms.
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