Local Government
The powers of local Virginia governments are granted directly by the
Constitution of Virginia
The principle of federalism gives governmental power to
State and national governments
Which position represents the state in the court of law?
Attorney General
How long is the Virginia governor's term of office?
Four
The responsibility of printing money falls primarily on the
National Government
In which branch of local government does a mayor serve?
Executive
Which level of government can declare war on another nation?
National/Federal
Virginia General Assembly is bicameral. What are the two houses?
Va Senate
House of Delegates
President is to the National Executive as ____________________ is the State Executive
Governor
After a bill is introduced into the General Assembly, what is the next step in the lawmaking process?
Committee
Board of Supervisors, School Board, and Manager.
What locality is being described?
County
Powers not specifically delegated are reserved to the people or the states. Which amendment?
10th Amendment
Small claims courts and juvenile and domestic relations courts are included in which level of the Virginia court system?
District
What role is the governor fulfilling when he calls the Virginia National Guard to respond to flooded areas?
Commander-in-Chief
The Virginia Constitution distributes power among the
3 branches of government
Hiring teachers • Building schools • Balancing a budget
Whose job responsibilities are listed above?
School Board
Powers that are shared between the national and state government are called—
Concurrent
Three highest ranking members in the state Executive Branch.
Governor
Lt. Governor
Attorney General
In this role, the governor ensures the laws of Virginia are carried out
Executive
What does the term lobbying mean?
Seeking to influence legislators to introduce or vote for or against a bill
What are the four officers elected in each locality?
Clerk of the Circuit Court
• Sheriff
• Commissioner of Revenue
• Treasurer
Conducting foreign policy and regulating trade. Primary responsibilities of which level of government?
Federal/national
What does the term "Commonwealth" mean?
Power comes from the people
To help oversee specific functions of the state government, the Governor appoints
Cabinet
How do international issues impact local government?
-Public health concerns (pandemic)
-Public safety (terrorism)
-Economic development policies (global economy)
-Protect environment