According to House rules, when you submit a bill you also have to submit a document detailing what part of the Constitution gives you the authority to pass legislation. This was a recent Republican addition to the House rules and they often attempt...

According to House rules, when you submit a bill you also have to submit a document detailing what part of the Constitution gives you the authority to pass legislation.  This was a recent Republican addition to the House rules and they often attempt to call out Democrats for what they see as misinterpretations of Constitutional authority.

However, when it comes to a Woman’s right to choose, they have no problem breaking this rule.  Even though the Supreme Court settled this debate in 1973.

Yesterday, House Republicans attempted to repeal Obamacare for the 37th time. The constitutional authority statement in the bill introduced by Rep. Bachmann cites the 10th Amendment, the problem is that the 10th Amendment is a intended to limit...

Yesterday, House Republicans attempted to repeal Obamacare for the 37th time. The constitutional authority statement in the bill introduced by Rep. Bachmann cites the 10th Amendment, the problem is that the 10th Amendment is a intended to limit Congressional power and not provide it authority to legislate. 

Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dY4SJ4bfrt0