Not So Sweeping After All: The Limits of the Necessary and Proper Clause
Although often commonly referred to as the “sweeping clause” or the “elastic clause,” the “necessary and proper” clause is not in fact as expansive as its nicknames suggests.
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Although often commonly referred to as the “sweeping clause” or the “elastic clause,” the “necessary and proper” clause is not in fact as expansive as its nicknames suggests.
In 5-4 decision United States Supreme Court held states, agencies cannot invoke sovereign immunity as defense to discrimination claims brought under Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act in Torres v. Texas Department of Public Safety.
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