Congress's authority
Definition
Congress's authority refers to its power granted by Article I of the Constitution. It includes making laws, regulating interstate commerce, declaring war, raising revenue through taxes, and overseeing various aspects of governance.
Related terms
Enumerated Powers: These are specific powers granted to Congress explicitly listed in Article I of the Constitution.
Implied Powers: These are powers not explicitly stated in the Constitution but derived from necessary and proper clause (also known as elastic clause) which allows Congress to make laws necessary for carrying out its enumerated powers.
Separation of Powers: This principle divides governmental powers among three branches (legislative, executive, judicial) to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.
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Practice Questions (1)
In what significant way does United States v Lopez (1995) contrast with Printz v United States (1997) regarding Congress's authority under the Commerce Clause to regulate firearms?
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