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Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8946

May 20, 2026

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CandidateDonorAmountIndustryDate
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Angela Greenwood$5,000ManagementFeb 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Angela Greenwood$5,000ManagementFeb 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022California Real Estate Political Action Committee$2,500-Aug 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022California Real Estate Political Action Committee$2,500-Aug 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Justin Settle$2,000RetiredJan 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Justin Settle$2,000RetiredJan 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Mangal Bhandal$1,500RetiredAug 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Mangal Bhandal$1,500RetiredAug 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Ashley Valletta$500General ManagerMar 2022
Russell Alan TurnerRussell Alan Turner$500RetiredMar 2024
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Ashley Valletta$500General ManagerMar 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Carla Mullins$500Loan OfficerFeb 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Larry and Pat Toombs$500RetiredJun 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Pat Toombs$500RetiredApr 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Peace Officers Research Association of Ca PAC Small Contribution Committee$500-May 2022
Russell Alan TurnerRussell Alan Turner$500RetiredApr 2024
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Pat Toombs$500RetiredApr 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Carla Mullins$500Loan OfficerFeb 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Larry and Pat Toombs$500RetiredJun 2022
Mark Turner for Mayor 2022Peace Officers Research Association of Ca PAC Small Contribution Committee$500-May 2022

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The Frame

What this does

This statement establishes the legal foundation for H.R. 8946, 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 the powers granted to Congress by the Constitution.

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Representative Turner

As the sponsor, he is responsible for providing the constitutional justification for the bill.

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Last recorded activity May 20, 2026.

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Summary

This document provides the formal constitutional justification for the introduction of H.R. 8946 by Representative Turner of Ohio. It cites Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution as the legal basis for Congress to enact this specific legislation.

Why It Matters

This statement establishes the legal foundation for H.R. 8946, 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 the powers granted to Congress by the Constitution.

Key Facts

  • Representative Turner of Ohio introduced H.R. 8946.
  • The bill cites Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution as the authority for its enactment.

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.
What does Article 1, Section 8 cover?
Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution lists the specific powers granted to Congress, such as the power to tax, regulate commerce, and declare war.

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Standard Procedural Filing

This document follows the standard format for House legislative introductions, confirming the bill has entered the formal legislative process.

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personTurnerRepresentative from Ohio who introduced H.R. 8946.Map →
otherArticle 1 Section 8The section of the U.S. Constitution cited as the source of legislative power.Map →

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