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Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8880

May 19, 2026

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What this does

This statement is a mandatory procedural requirement for all bills introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to demonstrate that the proposed law falls within the powers granted to Congress by the Constitution.

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Ms. Simon

As the sponsor, she is responsible for providing the constitutional justification for the bill.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 19, 2026.

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Summary

This document provides the formal constitutional justification for the introduction of H.R. 8880 by Representative Simon. It cites Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution as the legal basis for Congress to enact the proposed legislation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Constitutional Authority Statement?
It is a required statement included with every bill introduced in the House of Representatives that explains which part of the Constitution gives Congress the power to pass that specific law.
Does this document explain what H.R. 8880 does?
No, this document only provides the legal justification for the bill's introduction; it does not describe the bill's actual policy content.

Why It Matters

This statement is a mandatory procedural requirement for all bills introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to demonstrate that the proposed law falls within the powers granted to Congress by the Constitution.

Key Facts

  • Representative Simon introduced H.R. 8880 on May 19, 2026.
  • The bill cites Section 8 of Article 1 of the U.S. Constitution as the legal authority for its enactment.

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otherU.S. ConstitutionThe legal document cited as the source of Congressional authority.Map →
personMs. SimonThe Representative who introduced H.R. 8880.Map →

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