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Enabling Clause |
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The section of a constitution or statute that provides government officials with the power to put the constitution or statute into force and effect. Seven of the amendments to the U.S. Constitution contain clauses that give Congress the power to enforce their provisions by appropriate legislation. enabling clause n. a provision in a new statute which empowers a particular public official (Governor, State Treasurer) to put it into effect, including making expenditures. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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