PEOPLE’S
AMENDMENT PROCESS
A simple roadmap to passing Congressional Term Limits through Article V of the U.S. Constitution.
How We Win: The Article V Strategy
Step 1 — 34 States
State legislators in 34 states must pass matching Article V applications on the same subject.
When 34 states apply, Congress is required to call a convention.
So far, 12 states have passed term-limits applications.
Step 2 — Convention Proposes Amendment
Delegates from each state meet and vote on a single-subject amendment — in this case, a congressional term-limits amendment.
The convention may discuss or refine the amendment text, but it must stay within the subject the states approved.
Step 3 — 38 States Ratify
Just like every amendment, 38 states must ratify the final amendment for it to become part of the Constitution.
Neither Congress, the President, nor the courts can block ratification once the states approve it.
Join “The Promise” and help move your state toward the finish line.
Be part of the 34-state victory.
Where We Need Your Help Most
We’re currently organizing volunteers in seven key states where grassroots pressure can make the biggest impact on passing term limits.
If you live in or near one of these states — or know someone who does — your voice is especially powerful:
Arizona
Georgia
Arkansas
Kentucky
Mississippi
Nebraska
Utah
If you’re not — you can still join our national volunteer team and help with digital outreach, calling, texting, and mobilizing supporters where it matters most.
Why these states?
Each of them is positioned to advance term-limits legislation in the next session. Local supporters help us:
Build district-level pressure
Organize petition drives
Contact state legislators
Recruit additional volunteers
Share updates and voter education materials
Mobilize the movement
Spread the Word
Share updates, infographics, and petitions online to grow our movement in every state.
Mobilize Your Community
Help recruit supporters, engage neighbors, and connect with local organizations who care about reform.
Organize Promise Signers
Volunteers help bring Americans into the “Promise List” — the group of supporters who pledge to fight for term limits and provide the zip-code data we need to target state-level advocacy.
Join a growing national network of Americans who believe in accountability and fresh leadership