The House Resolution, introduced by a group of representatives, reaffirms support for the Twenty-Second Amendment to the United States Constitution, which establishes a two-term limit for the presidency. The resolution highlights the historical significance of this amendment, noting that it was prompted by Franklin Delano Roosevelt's unprecedented four-term presidency. Since the amendment's ratification in the mid-20th century, all presidents have adhered to this two-term limit, which serves as a safeguard against the concentration of power and potential autocratic governance.
Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the importance of term limits in preventing democratic backsliding, particularly in presidential systems where the executive holds significant power. It cites global practices, noting that 108 countries have similar constitutional provisions for presidential term limits. The resolution concludes by rejecting any attempts to undermine or amend the Twenty-Second Amendment, reinforcing the commitment to uphold this constitutional safeguard.