H.J.Res. 94 proposes a constitutional amendment that would limit members of Congress to serving a maximum of three terms in the House of Representatives (six years) and two terms in the Senate (twelve years). The amendment would apply to all future members of Congress but would grandfather in anyone currently serving at the time of ratification, allowing them to continue their careers without restriction. To become part of the Constitution, the proposal must be approved by two-thirds of both the House and Senate, then ratified by three-fourths of state legislatures within seven years. This bill would fundamentally change how Americans elect their representatives by preventing long-serving incumbents from continuing to hold office, a change supporters argue could reduce the influence of career politicians while critics worry could limit voter choice and institutional knowledge in Congress.
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