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The Elastic Clause gives Congress the freedom to do what they must to carry out its power. Two historic uses of the Elastic Clause came with the establishment of the National Bank and also with the Louisiana Purchase.

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Why is Elastic Clause called Elastic Clause?

It is called Elastic Clause because it can be stretched like elastic.


What is the name of the clause that gives Congress broad power in law making?

The Elastic clause.


The what is also known as the elastic clause?

Another name for the Elastic Clause is the Necessary and Proper Clause.


What clause allows congress to expand its power?

full credit


What clause allowed federal government to expand its power?

elastic clause


What is article 1 section 8 called the elastic clause?

Article I, Section 8 is not called the Elastic Clause. The Elastic Clause is part of that Section, contained in its last paragraph.


What is another name for Clause 18?

The Elastic Clause


What is the name for the necessary and proper clause?

Elastic Clause


What are the pro's and con's of the elastic clause?

the elastic clause helps to protect our natural rights by allowing the government to adjust to a national crysis. However, the elastic clause is not very specific, and so really anything can be deemed "necessary and proper" as the elastic clause goes, so the elastic clause on the other hand can actually violate our rights as well. It all depends on how it is interpreted.


What are the pros and cons of the elastic clause?

the elastic clause helps to protect our natural rights by allowing the government to adjust to a national crysis. However, the elastic clause is not very specific, and so really anything can be deemed "necessary and proper" as the elastic clause goes, so the elastic clause on the other hand can actually violate our rights as well. It all depends on how it is interpreted.


Is lay taxes elastic enumerated or denied?

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Paragraph 18 of the power of congress two words?

This portion of the Constitution is known as the elastic clause. This clause allows for Congress to take on some powers not specifically given to them in the Constitution in extreme cases.

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