Chapter 3 Flashcards
“Necessary and proper” clause
The Necessary and Proper Clause is as follows: The Congress shall have Power To make all Laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution the foregoing Powers, and all other Powers vested by this Constitution in the Government of the United States, or in any Department or Officer thereof.
Nullification
The doctrine that a state can declare null and void a federal law that in the states opinion violates the constitution
Dual federalism
Doctrine holding that the national govt is supreme in its sphere, the states are supreme in theirs and the two spheres should be kept separate
Police power
State power to enact laws promoting health safety and morals
Initiative
Process that permits voters to put legislative measures directly on the ballot
Referendum
Procedure enabling voters to reject a measure passed by legislature
Recall
Procedure whereby voters can remove a elected official from office
Grants in aid
Money given by the national government to the states
Categorical grants
Federal grants for specific purposes such as building an airport
Federalism
The federal principle or system of government
Conditions of aid
Terms set by the national govt that states must meet if they are to receive certain federal funds
Mandates
Terms set by the national government that states must meet whether or not they except federal grants
Waiver
A decision by and administrative agency granting some other part permission to violate a law or rule that would otherwise apply to it.
