Gov't Powers 1
What are delegated powers?
power to the federal gov't
expand...if you ever see limiting powers/freedoms it will always be wrong!
T/F: The U.S. constitution is easy to amend.
False
What is the purpose of having a constitution?
provide a framework for gov't
If there are issues in your neighborhood, which level of government is responsible for handling this issue?
local
What are reserved powers?
state powers
How does the 10th Amendment impact the state?
10th says anything not in the constitution is power to the state
What are the Declaration of Rights?
Florida's version of the Bill of Rights
Which constitution has a bill of rights?
federal
If there is a pothole on a county road, which level of gov't is responsible for fixing the pothole?
county
What are concurrent powers?
shared powers between the state and federal
What is the difference between enumerated and delegated powers?
nothing. different words but the same meaning. Powers to the federal gov't
What three things do both the U.S. and Florida Constituions have in common?
Preamble, Articles, and Amendments
What happens if a state law goes against federal law?
federal law wins. Can't make laws against the Constitution
What is the final step to amend the U.S. Constitution?
3/4 states ratify
List 3 concurrent powers
create courts, create laws, collect taxes, regulate businesses, create roads, borrow money, deal with welfare
The power to declare war is what type of power? concurrent, delegated, or reserved
delegated
What is the role of the president in the amendment process?
none
What is required to pass a Florida amendment?
60% of the voters to approve
Why is amending the federal constitution difficult?
you need the support of the Congress and States
List 3 enumerated powers.
declare war, make treaties, military protection, coin money, immigration policy, interstate trade
List 3 reserved powers
create local gov't, issue licenses, conduct elections, police protection, 10th amendment, provide municipal services
How do you amend the federal constitution?
propose by 2/3 of Congress and ratify by 3/4 of the states
Which constitution to amend is reflective of the citizens?
Florida
What is the Supremacy Clause?
Federal law is supreme to state law