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most important : right to declare war!

they can also levy taxes, the necessary and proper (elastic) clause, regulate commerce, regulate trade, establish a military, copyright and patent laws and govern Washington DC

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Where would one find a list of powers forbiden to congress?

The powers forbidden to the US Congress (and Federal Government in general) are listed in the US Constitution in a very simply fashion. Congress is permitted those powers specifically stated (and implied) in the Constitution. Powers not enumerated in the Constitution are reserved for the States, or for the People. So what is permitted to the Congress is listed, but not what is forbidden.


The enumerated powers are?

The enumerated powers are a list of items found in Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S constitution that sets forth an authoritative capacity of congress.


Which article identifies the powers that are denied to the states?

Article I, Section 8. Powers denied to the Congress and powers denied to the states – Article I, Sections 9 and 10, respectively.


The Continental Congress exercised both what powers?

The Second Continental Congress exercised both legislative and executive powers. This convention of delegates was established on May 10, 1775.


What is congressional enumerated power?

Congressional enumerated powers are the specific powers granted to Congress by the United States Constitution. These powers are listed in Article I, Section 8 and include the authority to regulate commerce, levy taxes, coin money, establish post offices, and declare war, among others. These powers are limited to what is explicitly stated in the Constitution, and any powers not expressly granted to Congress are reserved for the states or the people.

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Where would one find a list of powers forbiden to congress?

The powers forbidden to the US Congress (and Federal Government in general) are listed in the US Constitution in a very simply fashion. Congress is permitted those powers specifically stated (and implied) in the Constitution. Powers not enumerated in the Constitution are reserved for the States, or for the People. So what is permitted to the Congress is listed, but not what is forbidden.


Where would one find a list of powers forbiden congress?

the amendment


Where to find list of the powers of forbidden to congress?

Article I, Section 9 of the Constitution lists those powers.


List 5 expressed powers in the constitution that you think are the most important?

The most important power in the constitution is the taxing and spending power given to Congress. Other important powers include the president's appointment and veto powers, Congress' foreign affairs and spending powers.


What document lists the expressed and implied powers that are given to Congress?

It would be impossible to list "implied powers," as they're flexible and designed to fit circumstances as they arise. Implied Powers are those not enumerated by the Constitution (but not prohibited by it, either), but necessary to carry out government functions and responsibilities that arespecifically mentioned.


List three powers the constitution gives to congress?

A. through the expressed, or clearly stated, powers, B. through the implied, powers ( powers deducted from the clearly stated powers), C. through the inherent powers, those possessed by all sovereign states.


Which article and section can you find the list of powers forbidden to the congress?

Article I, Section 9 of the Constitution lists those powers.


The enumerated powers are?

The enumerated powers are a list of items found in Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S constitution that sets forth an authoritative capacity of congress.


Where would you look for a list of powers that Congress may exercise?

U.S. Constitution Article 1 -Section 8


What power gives congress undefined power?

Congress does not have "undefined" powers. Review: The United States Constitution and Amendments #9 and #10.


Which document states the powers of congress?

The Constitution states the powers of Congress.


What clause that allows congress to have unlisted powers?

Unlisted powers of congress