Which amendment established the procedures for presidential succession?

The 25th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified in 1967 and addresses presidential succession and disability. It provides a clear and systematic approach for the transfer of presidential power in the event that a sitting president becomes unable to fulfill their duties, whether due to death, resignation, removal from office, or incapacitation.

This amendment outlines the procedures for filling a vacancy in the office of the vice president and specifies the process for a president to temporarily transfer their powers to the vice president when incapacitated. It further clarifies the process for determining presidential disability, allowing the vice president and a majority of the cabinet to declare the president unable to perform the functions of the office. This was a significant enhancement to the existing protocols at the time, ensuring a more robust and organized transition of power.

The other amendments mentioned do not relate to presidential succession: the 22nd Amendment limits the number of terms a president can serve; the 20th Amendment deals with the start and end dates of presidential and congressional terms; and the 19th Amendment grants women the right to vote. Each of these amendments serves distinct purposes, reflecting different aspects of governance and civil rights, but none address the complex issues surrounding what happens when a president can no longer perform