Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 9025
May 26, 2026
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The Frame
This statement establishes the legal foundation for H.R. 9025, which is a mandatory procedural requirement for all bills introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to demonstrate that Congress has the authority to pass the proposed law.
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Last recorded activity May 26, 2026.
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Key Facts
- Representative Brad Finstad introduced H.R. 9025 on May 26, 2026.
- The bill cites Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the U.S. Constitution as the source of congressional power to enact the legislation.
- Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 is commonly known as the 'Necessary and Proper Clause'.
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Why It Matters
This statement establishes the legal foundation for H.R. 9025, which is a mandatory procedural requirement for all bills introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to demonstrate that Congress has the authority to pass the proposed law.
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