The Enumerated Powers Act and Respecting the Constitution. Can Anyone Support This?

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H.R. 1359 Would be a good start to get this nation back on track."Enumerated Powers Act - Requires each Act of Congress to contain a concise and definite statement of the constitutional authority relied upon for the enactment of each portion of that Act. Declares that failure to comply with this requirement shall give rise to a point of order in either chamber of Congress. "
3/6/2007 Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
I wonder how long they will keep this one buried?

http://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=h110-1359

We all need to get on the phone and send e-mails to everyone about this one.

John Ross Hendrix for United States Senate
http://www.hendrixcampaign.com

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

Seems like a waste of time, since just about anything can be made to fit under the Necessary and Proper Clause (Art. I, Sec. 8, Clause 18). This clause gives Congress the power to pass any laws necessary and proper to execute the enumerated powers. Basically it is considered almost a blank check for congressional authority. Along with expansive interpretations of other clauses such as the Commerce Clause, there is very little legislation Congress enacts which they wouldn't be able to make an acceptable claim for constitutionality.

P.S. I don't think you're supposed to use YA to advertise yourself. I won't report, but don't be surprised if someone does.

doubleolly · Answer

Long overdue for such a bill. How else can the Country be ruled by the Constitution if Congress does not use it as a guide to pass laws? Also Congress needs to hold a special session just to repeal laws and with the provision that no new laws can be passed during the called session.

Sambo · Answer

Did you know that prior to the Civil War this was a requirement?  In the early years of our country, legislation could not be introduced without stating Constitutional authority.  

I wish I could find the source where I came across this.  It was many years ago when I found it.

? · Answer

Thank-you for this info.  I did not know.
I Cr 13;8a

The Enumerated Powers Act and Respecting the Constitution. Can Anyone Support This?

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