Chapter Five Flashcards
1
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What is federal preemption?
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A principle asserting the supremacy of federal legislation over state legislation
2
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What part of the constitution is the commerce clause located?
A
Article 1, Section 3
3
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What is police power?
A
the power retained by states to pass laws that protect the health, safety and welfare of its citizens
4
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What is a dormant commerce clause?
A
a restriction on states authority that is implied in the commerce clause
5
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What does the privileges and immunities clause prohibit?
A
states cannot discriminate against citizens of other states when those nonresidents engage in ordinary and essential activities
6
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Where is the privileges and immunities clause located?
A
Article IV, Section 2
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