S. 1319 · 111th Congress
Enumerated Powers Act
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Thomas Coburn
- Introduced
- 2009-06-22
- Latest action
- 2009-06-23 · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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.