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Nebraska senators put off call for convention of states

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska lawmakers have declined to join a national campaign seeking to amend the Constitution and limit the federal government's power.

Senators voted 25-18 Monday to return the resolution to the Legislature's Government, Military and Veterans Affairs Committee, where it is unlikely to see any more activity this year.

The measure would add Nebraska's voice to a coalition calling for a convention of states. A convention requires 34 states to call for one under Article V of the U.S. Constitution.

Opponents say the resolution does not clearly define the process for selecting delegates or limit the topics the convention will cover.

The measure's sponsor, Sen. Laura Ebke of Crete, argues the 38 states required to approve potential amendments would provide sufficient oversight from citizens and courts.

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The resolution is LR35.

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