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Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8784

May 13, 2026

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What this does

This statement is a mandatory procedural requirement for all federal bills to demonstrate that the proposed law falls within the powers granted to Congress by the Constitution.

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Mrs. Cammack

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

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Last recorded activity May 13, 2026.

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Summary

This document provides the formal constitutional justification for the introduction of H.R. 8784 by Representative Cammack. It cites of the U.S. Constitution as the legal basis for Congress to enact the proposed legislation.

Key Facts

Representative Cammack introduced H.R. 8784 on May 13, 2026.
The bill cites Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution as its legal authority for enactment.

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. 8784 does?

No, this document only provides the legal justification for the bill's introduction, not the specific policy details or text of the bill itself.

Why It Matters

This statement is a mandatory procedural requirement for all federal bills to demonstrate that the proposed law falls within the powers granted to Congress by the Constitution.

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personMrs. Cammack“Member of the House of Representatives who introduced H.R. 8784.”Map →

otherArticle I, Section 8 of the Constitution“The constitutional provision cited as the authority for the bill.”Map →

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