Chapter 11
Section 1
The Scope of Congressional Powers
Section Objective- To understand the scope of the powers of Congress in a government system that is both limited and federal in character.
A. Congressional Power
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B. Strict Versus Liberal Construction
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Section 2 Outline
The Expressed Powers
Section Objective- To understand the concepts of the expressed powers.
A. The Power to Tax
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B. The Power to Borrow
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C. The Commerce Power
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D. The Currency Power
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E. Bankruptcy
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F. Foreign Relations and War Powers
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G. Additional Powers of Congress
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Section 3 Outline
The Implied Powers
Section Objective- To understand the concepts of the implied powers.
A. The Necessary and Proper Clause
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B. The Battle Over Implied Powers
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Section 4 Outline
The Nonlegislative Powers
Section Objective- To understand the nonlegislative powers of Congress.
A. Constitutional Amendments
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B. Electoral Duties
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C. Impeachment
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D. Executive Powers
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E. Investigatory Power
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