1978 Senate Hearings on Congressional Term Limits
July 20, 2026
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The Frame
These hearings represent the formal legislative consideration of proposals to limit the number of terms a member of Congress can serve, which would fundamentally alter federal election eligibility and legislative turnover.
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Members of Congress
The proposed resolutions would restrict the number of terms these individuals are eligible to serve.
U.S. Voters
The proposed amendments would limit the pool of candidates available for election to federal office.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The Subcommittee on the Constitution held hearings on March 14 and March 16, 1978.
- The hearings specifically addressed the text and implications of S.J. Res 27 and S.J. Res 28.
- The subject matter of the resolutions is the establishment of term limits for members of the United States Congress.
- The proceedings took place during the Ninety-fifth Congress, second session.
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Why It Matters
These hearings represent the formal legislative consideration of proposals to limit the number of terms a member of Congress can serve, which would fundamentally alter federal election eligibility and legislative turnover.
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Early Term Limit Advocacy
The document confirms that formal legislative efforts to impose congressional term limits via constitutional amendment were active as early as 1978.
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