The Contract Clause prevents a state from:

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The Contract Clause in the US Constitution prohibits states from enacting laws that impair the obligation of contracts. This includes contracts made between private parties, but it does not prevent a state from making contracts with private individuals, contracting with another state or affecting agreements between private parties. However, the clause has been interpreted to prevent states from imposing duties on imports coming into the state from other states, which could impair the ability of parties to perform their contracts.

The Contract Clause Prevents a State From