Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8982
May 21, 2026
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The Frame
This statement establishes the legal foundation for H.R. 8982, which is a mandatory procedural requirement for all bills introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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James McGovern
As the sponsor, he is responsible for providing the constitutional justification for the bill.
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Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Constitutional Authority Statement?
What does Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 allow Congress to do?
Why It Matters
This statement establishes the legal foundation for H.R. 8982, which is a mandatory procedural requirement for all bills introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Key Facts
- Representative McGovern introduced H.R. 8982 on May 21, 2026.
- The bill cites Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the U.S. Constitution as the source of congressional authority to enact the legislation.
- Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 is commonly known as the 'Necessary and Proper Clause'.
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Standard Legislative Procedure
The document follows the standard format for House bill introductions, confirming the use of the 'Necessary and Proper' clause as a catch-all authority for legislation.
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