Constitution Amending

Definition

Constitution amending involves making changes or additions (amendments) to an existing constitution. In U.S., it requires approval from two-thirds majority in both houses of Congress and ratification by three-fourths of states.

Analogy

Consider constitution amending like updating your phone's operating system. Sometimes there are bugs or outdated features that need fixing - similarly, amendments update our constitution so it better serves our evolving society.

Related terms

Bill of Rights: The first ten amendments to the US Constitution which outline fundamental rights and freedoms.

Ratification Process: The process through which proposed amendments become part of the Constitution after being approved by Congress and ratified by states.

Twenty-Seventh Amendment: The most recent amendment added to US Constitution, limiting any changes in congressional salary from taking effect until after next term.