Question

Why is the necessary and proper clause important?

Answer 1

What is your opinion?

http://americanhistory.about.com/od/usconstitution/f/elastic.htm

Answer 2

It descibes exactly what congress may or may not do.

Answer 3

It authorizes Congress to make the necessary laws to effectively run the country.

Answer 4

Would that be under the commerce power?

Answer 5

No.

Answer 6

Is it the basis for the existence of the implied powers?

Answer 7

Yes.