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What this does

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.

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Pramila Jayapal

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

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

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Summary

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.

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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.

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.

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organizationSupreme Court of the United StatesCited as the body that clarifies and interprets constitutional powers.Map →
personPramila JayapalMember of Congress who introduced H.R. 9432.Map →
organizationGovernment Publishing OfficeThe agency that publishes the Congressional Record.Map →

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