Lesson 47 of 84 · The Constitution
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareThe Commerce Clause
The Commerce Clause is an important part of the Constitution that gives Congress the power to regulate trade between states and with other countries.
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The Commerce Clause is an important part of the Constitution that gives Congress the power to regulate trade between states and with other countries. This means Congress can create laws that help manage how goods and services are bought and sold. The Commerce Clause helps ensure that trade is fair and that the economy works well for everyone.
Key Facts
The Commerce Clause is found in Article I of the Constitution.
It allows Congress to regulate trade between states.
It helps create a fair economy.
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1 of 2What does the Commerce Clause allow Congress to do?
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The Commerce Clause
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