Constitutional Authority Statement for H.R. 9009
May 22, 2026
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The Frame
This statement establishes the legal basis for H.R. 9009, which is a mandatory procedural requirement for all bills introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Representative Patronis
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Last recorded activity May 22, 2026.
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Key Facts
- Representative Patronis introduced H.R. 9009.
- The bill claims authority under Article I, Section 8, clause 3 of the U.S. Constitution (the Commerce Clause).
- The bill claims authority under Article I, Section 8, clause 18 of the U.S. Constitution (the Necessary and Proper Clause).
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Why It Matters
This statement establishes the legal basis for H.R. 9009, which is a mandatory procedural requirement for all bills introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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