The resolution expresses the Kansas Legislature's concern that the U.S. Congress has become overly dependent on powerful special interests rather than the American people, undermining trust in government and the integrity of elections. It references the framers' original intent for a government that is accountable to its citizens and highlights a growing consensus among Americans for elections to be free from disproportionate influence by special interests. The resolution emphasizes the need for a national convention to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that would establish term limits for members of Congress, thereby preventing the accumulation of power by long-serving officials.
In accordance with Article V of the U.S. Constitution, the resolution formally requests that Congress call a convention for this purpose, asserting that such an amendment would require ratification by 75% of the states, ensuring broad support. The resolution also specifies that Kansas delegates to this convention should be composed of individuals currently elected to state and local offices, excluding anyone who has held federal office. The Secretary of State is tasked with disseminating the resolution to various federal and state officials, urging cooperation in this initiative to restore balance and integrity to the electoral process.