Ohio Lawmakers Push for Congressional Term Limits via Constitutional Change
A group of Ohio lawmakers is pushing for a change to the U.S. Constitution that would impose term limits on members of Congress. The proposal, known as Senate Joint Resolution 6, calls for a federal convention of states to amend the OSU constitution. If passed, Ohio would join 12 other states in demanding such a convention.
The resolution is sponsored by Republican senators Therese Gavarone and Jane Timken. They argue that long-serving politicians, such as Rep. Marcy Kaptur and former Speaker Nancy Pelosi, contribute to political polarisation and legislative gridlock. Kaptur, a Democrat from Ohio, has held her seat for 22 terms since 1983, making her the longest-serving woman in congressional history.
A recent poll showed that 78% of Ohioans back a constitutional amendment to limit congressional terms. Currently, U.S. Congress members face no term restrictions, though Ohio’s own state senators are capped at two four-year terms or eight consecutive years.
Joint resolutions like this one express the legislature’s position but do not carry legal force. If approved, Ohio would become the 13th state to formally request a constitutional convention on the issue.
The proposal reflects widespread public support for term limits in Congress. If adopted, it would add Ohio’s voice to the growing call for a federal convention. However, the resolution itself does not change any laws or enforce new rules.
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