Difference between revisions of "Necessary and Proper Clause"
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| − | [[ | + | The '''necessary and proper clause''' of the [[United States Constitution]] gives [[Congress]] the power to pass any and all laws required to carry out its [[enumerated powers]]. |
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| + | :''"To make all Laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution the foregoing Powers, and all other Poweres vested by this Constitution in the Government of the United States, or any Department or Officer thereof."'' - U. S. Constitution, Atricle I, section 8 | ||
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Revision as of 00:50, August 23, 2010
The necessary and proper clause of the United States Constitution gives Congress the power to pass any and all laws required to carry out its enumerated powers.
- "To make all Laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution the foregoing Powers, and all other Poweres vested by this Constitution in the Government of the United States, or any Department or Officer thereof." - U. S. Constitution, Atricle I, section 8