Constitution
Assumed powers; not directly stated in the Constitution
How many members are there in the House of Representatives?
A law that makes an act criminal although the act was legal when it was committed.
In what federal body do all bills concerning taxes originate?
According to James Madison, the unequal distribution of wealth is the greatest source of this?
What is the selection of committee chairs usually based upon?
A law that punishes a person accused of a crime without a trial or a fair hearing in court
Which legislative body has the power of impeachment?
Each state has to recognize the documents of other states.
What group reconciles bills from the House and the Senate?
What majority is needed to vote to override a presidential veto?
Federal grants given more or less automatically to states or communities to support broad programs in areas such as community development and social services.
Three examples of enumerated powers.
coin money, regulate commerce with foreign nations, establish post offices, punish counter fitters, declare war
The belief that one's political participation really matters-that one's vote can actually make a difference.
What do we call redrawing congressional districts every 10 years after changes in the census?
Rule in the house that allows amendments and speech
The pattern of spending, taxing, and providing grants in the federal system; it is the cornerstone of the national government's relations with state and local governments today.
Two examples of Concurrent Powers.
Tax, write and enforce laws, create courts, barrow money
Legal order to appear before Congress to testify?
The idea that Federalism allows states to innovators in the legislation they create.