Published in Process on January 09, 2019 by Convention Of States Project
This simple, two-page document outlines everything you need to know about the Article V process. how it works, process, infographic, info, steps
Read more ›Published in Process on January 16, 2019 by Convention Of States Project
The Model Convention of States application Resolution provides citizens and legislators with the correct operative language to include in their state's Convention of States resolution. Each state must pass this exact application to aggregate towards the 34 states necessary to call a Convention.
Read more ›Published in Process on January 03, 2019 by Convention Of States Project
In July 2015, Professor Rob Natelson, one of the nation’s leading Article V experts, crafted an initial draft of rules for a Convention of the States along with Convention of States Project co-founder, Michael Farris. Since then, a group of 200+ state legislators from 40 states have been invited to review Natelson’s rules and provide...
Read more ›Published in FAQ Process on July 18, 2017 by Convention Of States Project
This printable, three-page document includes answers to all the most frequently asked questions about the Convention of States Project.
Read more ›Published in Process on July 18, 2017 by Convention Of States Project
One of the most popular Article V myths is that the subject matter cannot be limited. This article debunks that myth.
Read more ›Published in Process on July 18, 2017 by Convention Of States Project
The law is clear: if 34 states apply, Congress must call a Convention of States. We explain the details in this document.
Read more ›Published in Surge Article Process on July 18, 2017 by Convention Of States Project
Surge Article 6: In this piece, Prof. Rob Natelson walks through the history of the courts supporting and strengthening Article V.
Read more ›Published in Surge Article Process on July 18, 2017 by Convention Of States Project
Article 20: Rob Natelson explains in this article why the Necessary and Proper Clause does not allow Congress to control a Convention of States. Only the states are permitted to dictate what happens at an amendments convention.
Read more ›Published in Process on July 18, 2017 by Convention Of States Project
The Convention of States Handbook provides all the need-to-know information for state legislators and citizens interested in learning more about the Article V process in general and the Convention of States Project in particular.
Read more ›Published in Process on July 18, 2017 by Convention Of States Project
It’s undeniably clear: the checks and balances on a Convention of States ensure it will not “run away.” This article demonstrates that by responding to “The Article V Convention as Defined by Article V” by Robert Brown.
Read more ›Published in Process on July 18, 2017 by Convention Of States Project
Years of historical precedent yield two important conclusions: the rules of a convention are not some unknowable mystery, and Congress does not control the rulemaking process for a convention. Learn more in this article.
Read more ›Published in Process on July 18, 2017 by Convention Of States Project
In this article, Professor Rob Natelson explains why disregarding the one-state/one-vote rule would be both unconstitutional and not worth trying.
Read more ›Published in Surge Article Process on July 18, 2017 by Convention Of States Project
Surge Article 5: In this piece, Prof. Rob Natelson refutes modern conservative naysayers by tracing the history and development of our COS knowledge.
Read more ›Published in Surge Article Process on July 18, 2017 by Convention Of States Project
Surge Article 8: In this piece, Michael Farris summarizes why it is still essential for states that have adopted a balanced budget amendment to fight for a convention of states.
Read more ›Published in Surge Article Process on July 18, 2017 by Convention Of States Project
Surge Article 18: Article V is clear, powerful, and effective. Rita Dunaway outlines in this piece how the states can use the long-ignored tool to rein in the federal government.
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