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Congress' Authority to Legislate on Domestic Relations Questions
Discusses the extent to which Congress is constitutionally authorized to legislate on family law questions, and includes examples of present laws utilizing the various approaches available in this area. Summarizes general Constitutional restraints and the enumerated powers clause. Provides overview of areas in which Congress has authority to legislate, including Federal benefits, taxation, bankruptcy, and Indian affairs; examines indirect approaches taken by Congress to legislate on family law questions; and reviews proposed Constitutional amendments to give Congress authority to legislate on marriage and divorce questions.
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Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service.