legislative term limits

Legislative term limits are restrictions on how long elected officials can serve in a specific legislative role, such as in a state or federal legislature. These limits are designed to promote fresh ideas, prevent career entrenchment, and encourage new candidates to participate in government. Once an official reaches the maximum number of terms allowed, they must step down and cannot seek re-election for that position. Term limits vary by jurisdiction and role, and they often apply to individual offices rather than entire legislative bodies.