The authority to amend the Constitution of the United States is derived from Article V of the Constitution. This essay examines Article V's procedures for amending the Constitution.It begins with an overview of the historical background of Article V. 18 Nicholas Collin was born in Sweden in 1744. A short list of constitutional amendments proposed in the current Congress ; 1. It gives electors to the District of Columbia – the capital city of the United States – so that it may participate in presidential elections. This publication attempts to fill a gap in the body of research detailing Texas constitutional history. Listen and read along. All questions and comments regarding public policy issues, legislation, or requests for personal assistance should be directed to the senators from your state. Over 200 Years in the Making.