During debate on the Articles of Confederation and Perpetual Union, the Second Continental Congress votes to add Article II, which states, “Each State retains its sovereignty, freedom, independence, and every … right which is not … expressly delegated to … Congress. …
[restored 11/16/2024]
Subsequent Events:
11/15/1777 10/10/1786 expressly delegated
Authority:
unanimous Declaration (of Independence), Paragraph 6
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