Chapter 3- Federalism Flashcards
“Necessary and proper” clause
A clause which allows the government to take action it deems necessary and proper to uphold the spirit of the constitution.
Nullification
The ability of a state to render a federal law null and void, provided the state declares the law to be unconstitutional.
Dual federalism
The separate spheres of state and federal governments, and the supremacy they both hold over their own.
Police power
The laws and regulations promoting health, safety, and morals.
Initiative
The ability of voters to put legislative measures to vote.
Referandum
The ability of voters to reject legislative measures via vote.
Recall
The ability of voters to remove an elected official from office.
Grants in aid
A grant from the federal government to states.
Categorical grants
Federal grants for specific purposes.
Condition of aid
Terms set by federal government that states must meet to qualify for certain federal grants.
Mandates
Terms set by federal government that states have to meet regardless of accepting federal grants.
Waiver
A decision by an agency granting some part permission to violate a law or rule.
Federalism
A government system in which both local and federal government have power.
