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S.1319: Enumerated Powers Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced June 22, 2009
- Latest Major Action June 23, 2009
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
24 (All Republicans)
Bill Summary
Enumerated Powers Act - Requires each Act of Congress to contain a concise explanation of the specific 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. Specifies procedures for disposition of such point of order in the Senate.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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June 22, 2009 |
Introduced in the Senate by Tom Coburn (R-Okla.) |