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Constitutional Basis for H.R. 2520

Original title: Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 2520

March 31, 2025

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What this does

This statement establishes the legal foundation for H.R. 2520, which is a required procedural step for all bills introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.

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Raul Ruiz

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

What changed

Last recorded activity March 31, 2025.

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Summary

This document provides the formal constitutional justification for the introduction of H.R. 2520 by Representative Ruiz. It cites specific clauses of the U.S. Constitution that grant Congress the authority to pass this legislation.

Why It Matters

This statement establishes the legal foundation for H.R. 2520, which is a required procedural step for all bills introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Key Facts

  • Representative Ruiz introduced H.R. 2520.
  • The bill cites Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 of the U.S. Constitution (General Welfare Clause) as authority.
  • The bill cites Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the U.S. Constitution (Necessary and Proper Clause) as authority.

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. 2520 does?
No, this document only lists the legal justification for the bill's introduction, not the specific policy details or provisions of the bill itself.

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Standardized Constitutional Citation

The citation of the General Welfare and Necessary and Proper clauses is the most common legal justification used for federal legislation.

Connected Entities

personRaul RuizMember of Congress who introduced H.R. 2520Map →
otherUnited States ConstitutionThe legal source of congressional authority citedMap →

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