How does the elastic clause function?

Answer 1

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.

Answer 2

The definition for elastic clause "is a statement in the U.S. Constitution granting Congress the power to pass all laws". In a sentence would be "congress will use the elastic clause to pass this law".

Answer 3

Congress can make all laws " necessary and proper " to carry out its duties. This part of the Constitution has come to be called the " elastic clause." Congress has used the clause to pass laws that are not listed in the Constitution.

Answer 4

The elastic clause has been used numerous times in American History. One example of a reform that was put in place using the elastic clause was the New Deal.

Answer 5

Give congress the power to make whatever laws are necessary and proper to carry out is expressly enumerated powers

Answer 6

It allows Congress to pass the laws that are proper and necessary for carrying out certain powers. It gives more power than usual to Congress.