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Can people bypass the congress and still get an amendment passed?
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Not entirely, although in theory there is a way to only indirectly involve Congress. If three-fourths of the states, through their legislatures, petition Congress to create a convention to propose amendments, then Congress is required to do so. However, this doesn't guarantee that the convention will propose the specific amendment any given group would like to see.
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What are the powers of Congress in the tenth Amendment?
The Tenth Amendment doesn't mention the powers of Congress; those are discussed in the seven Articles (primarily Article I), the body of the original Constitution. The Tenth Amendment is about powers reserved to the States (or to the people).Amendment X"The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people."
Why did the 19th Amendment get passed?
the 19th amendment was passed because women became tired of men overpowering them over and over again.
How did the framers bypass congress and state legislature in the process of ratifying the new constitution?
The framers were able to bypass congress and state legislature in the process of ratifying the new constitution because there are two methods of ratifying and they choose the one that bypasses congress. All they had to do is have the people vote on ratification and get a majority vote.
Why did they pass the 21st amendment?
the 21st amendment passed because people love to have a good time and alchohaul is one of the keys to a good time
What is the 49th amendment to the US Constitution?
Congress shall not pass any law at applies to the people that does not apply to them.
How does the 27th amendment make Congress more representative of the people?
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Could black people vote?
Amendment XV to the U.S. Constitution - Passed by Congress February 26, 1869. Ratified February 3, 1870.
What amendment gave congress the power to impose American people?
Amendment 10
Did congress change the fourth amendment?
NOT possible, Congress can not "change," the Constitution! Only the "People." can vote to AMEND the Constitution.
How is an amendment canceled?
1. The way the founders envisioned was by another amendment being passed that would repeal the old one. But this took much effort, and required that the majority of the people in the nation agree. 2. So an easier way was found. Simply contrive a test case, and let the Supreme Court use their years of legal experience to write a pages long opinion on why "Congress shall make no law..." really means "Congress shall make any law..." This invalidates any amendment, without the bothersome necessity of another amendment being passed.
Why should people have voted for the 13th Amendment in the 1800s or early 1900s?
It was created to abolish slavery and involuntary servitude. It would free the slaves.People don't vote for amendments. They are passed by Congress and the 13, 14th, 15th were passed right after the Civil War in 1867.
What gave Congress the power to impose an income tax on the American people?
The US Constitution (16th amendment).
What are the powers of Congress in the tenth Amendment?
The Tenth Amendment doesn't mention the powers of Congress; those are discussed in the seven Articles (primarily Article I), the body of the original Constitution. The Tenth Amendment is about powers reserved to the States (or to the people).Amendment X"The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people."
Why did the 19th Amendment get passed?
the 19th amendment was passed because women became tired of men overpowering them over and over again.
How did the framers bypass congress and state legislature in the process of ratifying the new constitution?
The framers were able to bypass congress and state legislature in the process of ratifying the new constitution because there are two methods of ratifying and they choose the one that bypasses congress. All they had to do is have the people vote on ratification and get a majority vote.
How did the 13th amendment impact participation in minority groups?
The 13th amendment to the US Constitution was passed in December of 1865. It protects all people. The amendment specifically abolishes slavery.
What year did the District of Columbia get to vote?
Citizens of Washington, DC are not able to vote for the Senate or Congress.
