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Read. Follow. Verify.Constitutional Basis for H.R. 2138
Record date · March 14, 2025
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What This Bill Does
This document provides the formal constitutional justification for the introduction of H.R. 2138 by Representative Luttrell. It cites the 'Necessary and Proper' clause as the legal authority for Congress to enact the proposed legislation.
This statement establishes the legal foundation for H.R. 2138, which is a required procedural step for all bills introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to demonstrate that the proposed law falls within Congress's enumerated powers.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Mr. Luttrell
As the sponsor, he is responsible for providing the constitutional justification for the legislation he introduced.
Key Facts
- Representative Luttrell introduced H.R. 2138.
- The bill cites Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution as its legal authority.
- The specific clause cited is the 'Necessary and Proper' clause, which grants Congress the power to make laws required to execute its constitutional duties.
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