The U.S. Constitution created a federal government of enumerated powers, and legislation enacted by Congress must be based on a specific power the Constitution grants to the federal government or be reasonably necessary for carrying out an enumerated power.

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The U.S. Constitution establishes a federal government with limited powers, granting Congress the authority to legislate only within its enumerated powers or those necessary and proper for executing those powers, as outlined in the Constitution itself.

The US Constitution Created a Federal Government of Enumerated Powers, and and Legislation