Federalism
Delegated powers are powers for what level of government?
Federal
The Florida Constitution is similar to the U.S. Constitution in that they both guarantee individual rights. (Also, both have a preamble, articles, and amendments)
What is the last step in the Amendment Process of the U.S. Constitution?
Three-fourths of the state legislatures ratify the amendment.
What are 3 responsibilities of local government?
Water treatment, public school, road construction, trash and recycling, fire departments
According to the 10th Amendment, which statement describes reserved powers?
A. Powers delegated to state governments are listed in the Constitution.
B. Powers delegated to the federal government are listed in the Constitution.
C. Powers delegated to the federal government are shared with the state governments.
D. Powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the state governments.
D. Powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the state governments.
What is the list of people rights called in the US Constitution?
Bill of rights
What is the first step in amending the US Constitution?
2/3 of congress propose an amendment
What level of government is responsible for maintaining neighborhood roadways (fixing potholes)?
Local
What is the supremacy clause and how does it impact federalism?
US Constitution is the supreme law of the land; national laws would have more power than state laws, causing limits to state power
What is the list of people rights called in the FL Constitution?
The Declaration of Rights
Based on this excerpt, is amending the US constitution easy or difficult?
The Congress, whenever two thirds of both houses shall deem it necessary, shall propose amendments to this Constitution, or, on the application of the legislatures of two thirds of the several states, shall call a convention for proposing amendments . . .
Updating the Constitution is a difficult process
What level of government regulates public schools?
State
What is a concurrent power and provide some examples.
The federal government shares powers with the state governments; Creating laws, enforcing laws, taxes
What is the main purpose of a constitution?
Providing a framework for government
Which of the following services is obligated by all levels of government?
A. Regulating utility services
B. Constructing roads and highways
C. Issuing business and driver’s licenses
D. Declaring war and commanding armies
B. Constructing roads and highways
How is the legislative body similar in the US and FL Constitution?
Both are bicameral
State