North Dakota voters will decide this June whether to prevent people from running for Congress if they’re old enough to reach the age of 81 during their House or Senate term. The proposed amendment to the North Dakota state constitution, put forth by Retire Congress North Dakota (RCND), aims to establish an age limit for congressional members. This citizen-initiated ballot measure has made its way onto the ballot for the state’s primary election on June 11.

Background

The Retire Congress North Dakota (RCND) group announced on March 18 that they had succeeded in getting a proposed amendment to the North Dakota state constitution on the ballot. This amendment, if approved by voters, would establish an age limit for individuals seeking to run for Congress in the state. The specific age limit being proposed is 81 years old, meaning individuals who would reach this age during their term in office would be prevented from running for Congress. This measure will be up for decision in North Dakota’s primary election on June 11.

Summary list:

1. North Dakota voters to decide on establishing an age limit for congressional members.
2. The proposed amendment would prevent individuals from running for Congress if they would reach the age of 81 during their House or Senate term.
3. Retire Congress North Dakota (RCND) successfully initiated this ballot measure.
4. The measure will be on the ballot for North Dakota’s primary election on June 11.

“The measure seeks to address concerns about older individuals holding office and potentially limiting opportunities for younger candidates to bring fresh perspectives into Congress. Proponents argue that establishing an age limit would ensure a more representative and dynamic group of elected officials. However, opponents of the measure argue that it is a form of age discrimination and may exclude qualified candidates solely based on their age.”