What is the Twenty-second Amendment to the United States Constitution?
The Twenty-second Amendment limits presidents to two terms. It was ratified on the 27th of February 1951 after being submitted to states for ratification.
Questions about Twenty-second Amendment to the United States Constitution
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When did Franklin Roosevelt die and who succeeded him?
Franklin Roosevelt died on the 12th of April 1945 only days after his fourth inauguration. He was succeeded by Vice President Harry S. Truman.
Which president was exempt from the term limit due to a grandfather clause?
Harry S. Truman was exempt because he was the incumbent president when Congress submitted the amendment to states. This exemption allowed Truman to run again in 1952 despite having served nearly all of Franklin Roosevelt's unexpired term.
Who introduced House Joint Resolution 27 that became the Twenty-second Amendment?
Earl C. Michener introduced House Joint Resolution 27 which set a limit of two four-year terms for future presidents. The measure passed 285 to 121 on the 6th of February 1947.
How many times has the Twenty-second Amendment been repealed or modified since 1951?
The amendment has never been repealed but 54 joint resolutions seeking repeal were introduced over the next 50 years. Representative Andy Ogles introduced a joint resolution in January 2025 proposing an amendment allowing a president to serve three non-consecutive terms.