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Read. Follow. Verify.Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 9040
Record date · May 26, 2026
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What This Bill Does
This document provides the formal constitutional justification for the introduction of H.R. 9040 by Representative Sherman. It cites of the U.S. Constitution as the legal basis for Congress to .
This statement establishes the legal foundation upon which H.R. 9040 is built, identifying the specific constitutional power Congress is exercising to propose this legislation.
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Brad Sherman
As the sponsor, he is responsible for providing the constitutional justification for the bill.
Key Facts
- Representative Brad Sherman introduced H.R. 9040.
- The bill cites Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution as its legal authority.
- The specific constitutional power invoked is the authority to regulate commerce.
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