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Unit 3 – Civil Liberties and Civil Rights
Topic 3.5
In what significant way does United States v Lopez (1995) contrast with Printz v United States (1997) regarding Congress's authority under the Commerce Clause to regulate firearms?
Both cases upheld all forms of federal regulations on firearms.
While Lopez rejected federal regulation of guns in school zones, Printz struck down required background checks for firearm sales.
Lopez approved of congressional control while Printz disapproved it.
Both cases denied any form of Congressional power to regulate firearms.
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AP US Government - 3.5 Second Amendment: Rights to Bear Arms
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