H.R. 450 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
Enumerated Powers Act
H.R. 450 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) was introduced on Jan 9, 2009, sponsored by John Shadegg with 70 co-sponsors.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jan 9, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 70
- Policy area
- Congress
What it does
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.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
John Shadegg (R-AZ). Co-sponsors: 70 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 9, 2009
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. (Feb 9, 2009)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
- Rules Committee
More
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