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Read. Follow. Verify.Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 8872
Record date · May 19, 2026
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What This Bill Does
This document provides the formal constitutional justification for the introduction of H.R. 8872 by Representative Carey. It cites Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution as the legal basis for Congress to enact this specific legislation.
This statement 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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Mr. Carey
As the sponsor of the bill, he is responsible for providing the constitutional justification for the legislation.
Key Facts
- Representative Carey introduced H.R. 8872 on May 19, 2026.
- The bill cites Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution as the source of Congressional authority to enact the legislation.
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