Federalism, State & Local Gov't

Basics of Federalism

100

This system divides power between a national government and state governments.

Federalism

200

These powers are specifically listed in the U.S. Constitution for the federal government.

Delegated Powers

300

powers are reserved for whom under the 10th Amendment.

The States

400

These are powers shared by both state and federal governments.

Concurrent Powers

500

This term describes conflicts when state and federal laws disagree, with federal law winning. 

Supremacy Clause

NC Gov't

100

This is the document that serves as North Carolina’s state government.

NC Constitution

200

This branch of NC government creates laws.

General Assembly

300

• This group includes the Governor, Lt. Governor, and other statewide elected officials.

Council of State

400

This person is the chief executive of North Carolina.

Governor

500

These people are elected to interpret the law, unlike the ones at the federal level

NC Judges 

Local Gov't

100

These are the two main types of local governments in North Carolina.

Municipalities and Counties

200

This local governing body manages a city or town.

City Council

300

These governments are responsible for public schools, sheriff’s offices, and local services in NC.

County Governments

400

These are local laws passed by city or town governments.

Ordinances

500

This process determines how land in a city or county can be used (residential, commercial, etc.). 

Zoning

MISC

100

This official is responsible for enforcing laws at the county level.

Sheriff

200

This court official issues warrants and handles minor judicial duties in NC counties.

The Magistrate

300

This is the second-highest executive official in North Carolina.

Lt. Governor

400

This official presides over the NC House of Representatives.

Speaker of the House

500

This is the military force controlled by the governor unless called into federal service. 

National Guard