Relationships between states
What other relations did the constitution establish in federal system besides "national?"
Relationships among the states
What is the Governor's Association?
It is an association of Governor's that help each other create policy.
states do have some power to create their own laws.
True or false
true
What is the elastic clause?
the federal government has the power to make laws necessary and proper for the country/state.
What does federalism do for politics?
increases opportunities for U.S. citizens to participate in politics at national, state, and local levels
What is an interstate compact?
An agreement between 2 or more states.
What is preemption?
the power to assume responsibility for a state government function, for example nutrition labels.
Why is state power important?
It helps maintain a balance of power between state and federal power.
What 2 opposing groups work within federalism?
States rights
federal responsibilities
This power is denied to the national government by the Constitution.
To tax exports
Exports can only be taxed by the states.
What is extradition?
If you break a law in one state, the new state can send you back to face charges in the original state.
How does the Governors Association support federalism?
By helping governors in state policy making and influencing national policy.
What do sunset/sundown law require of people?
That People of Color must leave a specific town before sunset/sundown.
What is the main way national government provides money for the states?
Through Federal Grants.
Federalism provides access to?
Easy access to federal office
move between states easily
One state cannot prosecute for a crime perpetrated in another state.
true or false
true
with whom did the term federalism originate?
Montesquieu
what would happen if the state governments were stronger than the federal government?
It would be like each state was its own country.
What would be the point of a federal government?
The country would be too divided- and it would fall apart and could possibly lead to war.
What types of things do the federal vague powers cover?
public school administration
post offices and their administration
national defense and military administration
in the 1930s what did the increase in federal programs cause?
A large bureaucracy was created to carry out legislation
Is immigration an example of an enumerated power?
Yes
What is federalism?
What was another name for the power reserved strictly for the states?
Reserved powers
What powers are know as delegated powers?
Expressed
Implied
Inherent
An agreement between states is called?
Interstate compact