close and substantial relation to interstate commerce
Definitions from Case Law · United States Supreme Court
Definitions from Case Law
From 301 U.S. 1 - National Labor Relations Board v. Jones & Laughlin Steel Corp. · 1937Most cited · 4,480 citing opinions
Although activities may be intrastate in character when separately considered, if they have such a close and substantial relation to interstate commerce that their control is essential or appropriate to protect that commerce from burdens and obstructions, Congress cannot be denied the power to exercise that control.
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