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Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 1871
March 5, 2025
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What this does
This document establishes the legal justification for H.R. 1871, which is a mandatory procedural step for any bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Jared Huffman
As the sponsor, he is responsible for providing the constitutional justification for the bill.
What changed
Last recorded activity March 5, 2025.
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Summary
Representative Huffman has introduced H.R. 1871 and provided the required statement citing of the U.S. Constitution as the legal basis for Congress to pass this legislation.
Key Facts
- Representative Jared Huffman introduced H.R. 1871 on March 5, 2025.
- The bill cites Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution as the authority for Congress to enact the legislation.
Why It Matters
This document establishes the legal justification for H.R. 1871, which is a mandatory procedural step for any bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Constitutional Authority Statement?
It is a required statement where a bill's sponsor identifies the specific part of the Constitution that gives Congress the power to pass that particular law.
What does H.R. 1871 do?
The provided document only lists the constitutional authority for the bill; it does not describe the specific policy goals or text of H.R. 1871.
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