What is the process for amending the Constitution?

The process for amending the Constitution is outlined in Article V of the Constitution itself. It states that an amendment can be proposed either by a two-thirds majority in both houses of Congress or by a convention called for by two-thirds of the state legislatures. Following the proposal, an amendment must then be ratified by three-fourths of the state legislatures or by conventions in three-fourths of the states.

Choosing the option that states amendments can be proposed by a two-thirds vote in Congress and ratified by three-fourths of the states accurately reflects this established process. This mechanism ensures that any change to the Constitution requires a significant consensus, both at the national level through Congress and at the state level, thus protecting the integrity of the foundational document of the U.S. government.

Other statements suggesting limitations on who can propose amendments—like the President or only state legislatures—misinterpret the constitutional requirements for amendment proposals. Similarly, the notion that amendments must be approved by the Supreme Court is incorrect, as the Court does not have a role in the amendment process itself; its functions pertain more to interpreting the Constitution rather than changing it.