authorizes

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In Florida, a medical power of attorney authorizes your brother to make medical decisions on your mother’s behalf if she were not able to do so.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026

It turns out that Maine already has a law on the books that authorizes damages against federal officials who deprive people of their constitutional rights.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

The process fell under California Education Code Section 76001 and San Bernardino Community College District Board Policy 5011, which authorizes qualified K-12 students to enroll in college coursework.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

Another clause authorizes the President to cut tariffs if a U.S. trade surplus creates “fundamental international payments problems.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

It also says the Bishop of Jerusalem of the Arab Episcopal Church authorizes it.

From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye