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Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 2132

March 14, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

This statement is a mandatory procedural requirement for all federal bills, establishing the legal authority under which Congress claims the power to regulate the subject matter of H.R. 2132.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Members of Congress

Legislators are required to provide this statement for every bill they introduce.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 14, 2025.

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Summary

This document provides the formal constitutional justification for the introduction of H.R. 2132 by Representative King-Hinds. It cites of the U.S. Constitution as the legal basis for Congress to enact this specific legislation.

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. 2132 does?

No, this document only identifies the constitutional basis for the bill's introduction and does not describe the bill's specific policy goals or provisions.

Why It Matters

This statement is a mandatory procedural requirement for all federal bills, establishing the legal authority under which Congress claims the power to regulate the subject matter of H.R. 2132.

Key Facts

Representative King-Hinds introduced H.R. 2132.
The bill cites Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution as its legal authority for enactment.

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