34|Ready Legislation is a proposed resolution and bill that we can introduce to our state legislatures to initiate action toward readiness for when 34 states call a convention. Convention of States Action has model 34|Ready Legislation which legislatures can modify as they see fit.

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W hat occurs once a state  passes a resolution  applying for an Article  V Convention? Although this  is a huge step forward in our  mission at Convention of States  Action, our work to prepare for  the convention is far from over.    By advocating for states to adopt  34|Ready legislation, we can  help  ensure a smooth start to the  convention once 34 states have  applied and the call is issued. We are  all working towards the same goal of  ensuring we establish term limits, put  fiscal restraints on Congress, and stop  federal overreach. One way we can  continue to be proactive in this mission  is to pass 34

Ready Legislation.  Passing 34

Ready Legislation may  also be a good option for states that  are stalled in their efforts to pass the  resolution applying for the convention. 1.  What is 34|Ready Legislation? 34

Ready Legislation is a proposed  resolution and bill that we can  introduce to our state legislatures to  initiate action toward readiness for  when 34 states call a convention.  Convention of States Action has  model 34

Ready Legislation which  legislatures can modify as they see fit.  The model language consists of two  key components:  I.  A model resolution suggesting  procedures for selecting,  instructing, and overseeing  commissioners. II. A model bill enacting criminal  penalties for commissioners  violating their commission and  for individuals interfering with  a commissioner in fulfilling  their duties. In other words, since the Article  V resolution does not specifically  address the procedures by which  the state’s commissioners will be  selected nor how they are governed  during the convention, passing this  resolution further prepares the state  THE ROAD AHEAD:     34

Ready’s Role in an Article V Convention Convention of States Action The Road Ahead: 34

Ready’s Role in and Article V Convention for convention. Likewise, by enacting  our criminal penalties legislation,  our criminal penalties bill lets states  make it clear from the outset that  commissioners’ actions will be strictly  limited and protected..  N aturally, each state’s legislature  can tailor these models to the  particular needs and situation of their  state. “Let us then turn this  government back into  the channel in which  the framers of the  Constitution originally  placed it…” – Abraham Lincoln “You will never know how much  it has cost my generation to  preserve your freedom. I hope  you will make good use of it.” – John Adams 3.  In what way does 34|Ready Legis- lation impact the state’s Article V  resolution? The 34

Ready measures establish  procedures for the state to take part  in an Article V convention. They can  be an important step toward passing  our Article V application in the future,  as they address concerns lawmakers  typically have about procedural details.  They also offer clear rules and penalties  for commissioners who do not follow  their duties, alongside the protections  already provided by common law. 4. What can I do to help pass  34|Ready Legislation? Sixteen states have passed legislation  similar to 34

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Ready model  legislation. However, our work is far  from complete. One key way you can  help ensure that our model legislation  is considered by your state legislature  is by reaching out to your state legislators  via email with information about our  model legislation. The first step is to consult with your  state team to determine whether there  is already a sponsor for the legislation  in your state and to assess what kind of  legislator outreach is still needed. Your  state team can help guide you on the  next steps and ensure that efforts are  coordinated effectively. We can provide  a sample email that you can customize  and send to your legislators once you’ve  connected with your state team. All the resources you need are linked  below for your convenience. Thank you  for joining us in our mission to bring  power back to the people and preserve  the liberty and prosperity of our nation  for future generations!  Website: ConventionOfStates.com | E-mail: [email protected] | instagram@COSproject  Phone: (540) 441-7227 | www.Facebook.com/ConventionOfStates | X@COSProject For more information on our mission at Convention of States Action, please visit our website or contact us directly!   Scan QR to look at the specific   34 | Ready legislation, or visit: https://conventionofstates.com/  34-ready-model-legislation To sign our petition,   scan this QR code, or visit:  https://conventionofstates.com/  sign_the_petition Convention of States Action The Road Ahead: 34

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