Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8664
May 4, 2026
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The Frame
Every bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives must include a statement identifying the specific constitutional power that allows Congress to pass the law, ensuring the proposed action falls within federal authority.
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Ms. Scholten
As the sponsor of the bill, she is responsible for providing the constitutional justification for the legislation.
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What is a Constitutional Authority Statement?
What does Article I, Section 8 cover?
Why It Matters
Every bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives must include a statement identifying the specific constitutional power that allows Congress to pass the law, ensuring the proposed action falls within federal authority.
Key Facts
- Representative Scholten introduced H.R. 8664 on May 4, 2026.
- The bill cites Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution as the legal authority for its enactment.
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