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Potential Resources and Considerations for Drafting CASs.

Authors :
Nolan, Andrew
Source :
Congressional Research Service: Report; 1/6/2017, p24-30, 7p
Publication Year :
2017

Abstract

The article offers information on potential resources and considerations for drafting constitutional authority statements (CAS). Topics include available sources that may aid in interpreting the U.S. constitution, such as Farrand's Records, "The Federalist Papers," and "Founder's Constitution," potential constitutional bases for various types of legislation, and suggested CAS citations pursuant to House Rule XII, clause 7(c), for commonly introduced legislation.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07317069
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Congressional Research Service: Report
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
120700653