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The elastic clause in the constitution allows congress to make all laws that are "necessary and proper" for carrying out the listed powers.
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∙ 14y agoThe Federalists like the elastic clause because it allows them to stretch the meaning of the Constitution, therefore creating a strong central government.
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Were the federalist in favor of the elastic clause?
Yes they were.
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.
What is another term for implied powers a. elastic b. expressed c.absolute d. stated?
The implied-powers-clause is also known as the elastic clause. Since 1790 the clause has been stretched, like elastic, to allow all types of legislation.
What clause allows congress to expand its power?
full credit
The what is also known as the elastic clause?
Another name for the Elastic Clause is the Necessary and Proper Clause.
What clause allowed federal government to expand its power?
elastic clause
Who wrote the elastic clause?
the elastic clause was created so the government could make things that the constition did'nt allow. like the air force.
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 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.
What is another name for Clause 18?
The Elastic Clause
