Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8975
May 21, 2026
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The Frame
This statement establishes the legal foundation for H.R. 8975, which is a mandatory procedural requirement for all bills introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to demonstrate that the proposed law falls within Congress's constitutional powers.
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Pramila Jayapal
As the sponsor, she is responsible for providing the constitutional justification for the legislation she introduced.
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Why It Matters
This statement establishes the legal foundation for H.R. 8975, which is a mandatory procedural requirement for all bills introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to demonstrate that the proposed law falls within Congress's constitutional powers.
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Key Facts
- Representative Pramila Jayapal introduced H.R. 8975.
- The bill claims authority under Article I of the United States Constitution.
- The bill claims authority under subsequent amendments to the Constitution.
- The bill references interpretations by the Supreme Court of the United States as a basis for its authority.
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