The resolution from the General Assembly of the State of Vermont seeks to apply to Congress for a Convention of the States under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. The purpose of this convention is to propose amendments aimed at restraining federal power and addressing perceived abuses. Specifically, the proposed amendments would focus on imposing fiscal restraints on the federal government, limiting its power and jurisdiction, and establishing term limits for federal officials and members of Congress.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes that this application is a continuing request until at least two-thirds of the states have made similar applications on the same subject. To facilitate this process, the Secretary of State is instructed to distribute copies of the resolution to key federal and state officials, including the President, members of Congress, and legislative leaders in other states, in hopes of garnering their support and cooperation.