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Constitutional Authority Statement for H.J. Res. 84

March 31, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

This statement establishes the legal basis for 84, which is a mandatory procedural step for any bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Pramila Jayapal

As the sponsor, she is responsible for providing the constitutional justification for the resolution.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 31, 2025.

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Summary

This document provides the formal constitutional justification for House Joint Resolution 84, as required by House rules. It cites of the U.S. Constitution as the source of Congressional power to enact the proposed legislation.

Key Facts

H.J. Res. 84 was introduced by Representative Pramila Jayapal.
The legislation claims authority under Article I, Section 8 of the United States Constitution.
The document serves as a formal Constitutional Authority Statement required for House legislative filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Constitutional Authority Statement?

It is a required statement where a bill's sponsor identifies the specific clause in the U.S. Constitution that grants Congress the power to pass that particular piece of legislation.

Does this document explain what H.J. Res. 84 does?

No, this document only provides the legal justification for the bill's introduction, not the text or purpose of the resolution itself.

Why It Matters

This statement establishes the legal basis for 84, which is a mandatory procedural step for any bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.

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