Role of the States
What is the term for powers kept for the states?
reserved powers
Run the post office
Delegated
How many chambers does a unicameral legislature have?
one
Who is the head of a state’s executive branch?
Governor
What is the highest court in most states called?
State Supreme Court
Who do states collaborate with?
Other states and the federal government
Design curriculum and run public schools
Reserved
How many chambers does a bicameral legislature have?
two
If a governor leaves office, which statewide official typically becomes head of the executive branch?
Lieutenant governor
What do we call a set of criminal laws?
Penal Code
What is the process of returning a criminal to the state where they committed a crime called?
extradition
Go to war
Delegated
Describe one common requirement for someone to serve in a state legislature.
Reside in their district, over 21 for most state senators and representatives, etc.
What is the practice of appointing individuals to public office, awarding contracts, or granting favors based on political loyalty, connections, or support?
patronage
Which court oversees most criminal and civil cases?
General Trial Courts
Why can't states print money?
It is a power delegated to the federal government.
Taxation
Concurrent
What committee is made up of members of the House and Senate and creates a unified version of a proposed law?
Joint Conference Committee
Which state official generally oversees elections?
Secretary of State
Which court reviews trials to see if they were fairly conducted?
Appellate Court
What clause ensures that each state will accept court decisions of other states?
Full Faith and Credit Clause
Oversee elections
Reserved
What term is used for the citizens' right to create a petition to introduce new laws?
initiative
How long is a governor's term in most states?
four years
What is the name of the method of selecting judges that involves lawyers, judges and citizens making a list of candidates and the governor using the list to make appointments?
Missouri Plan