The Joint Resolution proposes amendments to the Constitution of the State of Iowa that would impose term limits on various elected officials, including members of the general assembly and certain statewide positions. Specifically, it establishes that representatives may serve a maximum of six consecutive terms, while senators are limited to three consecutive terms. Additionally, statewide elected officials such as the governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, auditor, treasurer, and attorney general are also restricted to three consecutive terms. After reaching these limits, individuals would be ineligible to run for the same office for a specified period, ensuring a break in service.

Furthermore, the resolution introduces a lifetime term limit, stating that no individual may serve more than 24 years across all specified offices combined. Importantly, any service prior to January 1, 2029, will not count towards these limits, allowing current officeholders to continue serving indefinitely as long as they remain in their positions. The proposed amendments will be referred to the next general assembly for consideration before being presented to voters for ratification.