Ch 13 Notes Flashcards
List and describe the three types of power the federal government has
Expressed power which are statuses in the constitution
Implied which are not directly stated but are based off the constitution
Innerant powers which the government has simply because it is the government
Which article of the us constitution limits the power of the states while offering states protection
Article iv
Reserved powers are given only to the states which amendment explains this
The tenth amendment
What are some of the limits on the power of the states
Can’t declare war
Can’t issue their own money
Can’t make treaties with other countries
Can’t impose taxes on imports
Explain ways the federal and state government work together
Grants in aids
What are the similarities of the all star governments
List and describe the three branches of government
What are the differences making state constitutions
Length
When it was published
Amount of constitutions
How specific
When was florida first constitution drafted
1838
What were some major changes in floridas constitution
Outlawed slavery Added poll taxes Stated everyone can vote Organizes the cabinet New education board
How long has the current constitution been in effect
40
Which state has a unicameral legislature
Nebraska
What is the term of officers for senators and house members
4
2
What are the age requirements for the house and senate
18 or 21
18-25
What role does the census play in re districting
It is the basis for drawing new district lines
What role did the supreme. Court case baker v Carr play on Malapportionment
It asked for boundaries to be redrawn based in population shifts
When do stae legislatures meet
Session or special session
What are some responsibilities of state legislatures
Make laws
Work for the people of their district
Approve people named by govener
What kind of legislative power do citizens have
Referendums
What are the states major source of income
Taxes
What are the two main types of taxes
Sales tax which are payed when people purchase items
Income tax earn from working or from other sources
What are other ways of income
Charging fees on driving marriage and fishing
What does most states spending pay for
Services such as healthcare and education
What are some of the economic challenges state governments face today
Low income , growing demands , and budget shortfalls
Why is it important for judges to be free of bias
To judge fairly
What six ways are judges selected
Govener State legislature State Supreme Court City officials Voters Combination
What is the term of office for trial court judges
6-8 years usually but can vary from 4-10
How are applettle judges selected
Half state elect
Half govener chooses
What is the teen for state Supreme Court
41 states are either 6,8,10 but the rest are larger or shorter terms
What is the differnce between a line item veto and a normal vet
Like item veto is a specific part of the bill
Who takes over if govener dies or leaves office
Lieutenant is next in most states but in some states candidates for govener work with the lieutenant
Who chooses the of dials that head the executive department at state level
The official are elected by citizens
Who makes up the cabinet
Department officials
When does the cabinet meet
Regularly with the govener
What are cabinet members responsibility
To bring special knowledge when discussing issues
