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Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 9432

Record date · June 24, 2026

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What This Bill Does

This document provides the required constitutional justification for the introduction of H.R. 9432 by Representative Pramila Jayapal. It cites Article I of the U.S. Constitution as the legal basis for Congress to enact this specific legislation.

Why it matters

This statement is a mandatory procedural requirement for all federal legislation, confirming that the proposed bill falls within the scope of powers granted to Congress by the U.S. Constitution.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Pramila Jayapal

As the sponsor of the bill, she is responsible for providing the constitutional authority statement.

Key Facts

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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.
Does this document explain what H.R. 9432 does?
No, this document only provides the legal justification for Congress's authority to consider the bill; it does not describe the bill's specific policy goals or provisions.

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Connected Entities

Jayapal, Pramila, Supreme Court of the United States, Government Publishing Office
PersonJayapal, Pramila“Member of Congress who introduced H.R. 9432.”Map →
OrganizationSupreme Court of the United States“Cited as the body that clarifies and interprets constitutional powers.”Map →
OrganizationGovernment Publishing Office“The agency that publishes the Congressional Record.”Map →

Sources

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