Vocab
A form of government in which power is divided between a strong national government and state and local governments.
Federalism
what is the title of the head of the PA executive branch and who is currently serving in this position
Governor - Tom Wolf
True or False - the state treasurer is appointed by the Governor
False
How do the cabinet heads get their position
they are appointed by the Governor
What is the largest city in PA
Philadelphia
Powers that are given only to the states or the people.
Reserved Powers
2 houses - bicameral
At what age must Judges in PA retire
75
What are the qualifications to be Governor
30 years old, PA resident for 7 years, citizen of the US
How do judges get their jobs in PA
elected by the people (10 year term)
Powers that are specifically outlined in the US Constitution and given only to the national government.
Expressed Powers
Qualifications to be a PA Senator
25 years old, citizen of PA for 4 years, lives in the district they rep. for 1 year, elected every 4 years, half are elected at a time
Who is responsible for making sure money spent by the PA government, schools, and pensions is done appropriately
Auditor General
Which Pennsylvania executive department is responsible for overseeing elections that are held within the state
Dept. of State
Qualifications for PA House Member
21 years old, citizen of PA for 4 years, lives in district they rep. for 1 year, elected every 2 years
Powers shared between the national and state governments.
Concurrent Powers
How many House of Reps and Senate members are there in the PA state government
203 House - 50 Senate
What does the Attorney General of PA do
brings cases against individuals who commit crimes in PA, chief law enforcement officer, conducts investigations
Which Pennsylvania executive department is responsible for overseeing the maintenance of Pennsylvania’s roads and bridges
Dept. of Transportation
Which Pennsylvania court is tasked with declaring acts, ordinances, and regulations as unconstitutional
PA Supreme Court
A local judge that hears cases involving minor infractions of the law, such as traffic violations.
Magistrate
What court in Pennsylvania would you go to first if you had a dispute with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, and your case was already heard in the Court of Common Pleas?
PA Commonwealth Court
What are the duties of the Lt. Governor
Becomes Governor if something happens to the current one, presides over the Senate if needed to break a tie, performs other duties assigned to them by the Governor
Which of the following Pennsylvania executive departments is responsible for managing Pennsylvania’s state parks and state forests
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
What court in Pennsylvania would you go to if you wanted to dispute a traffic violation
PA Minor Courts