define federalism Flashcards
define federalism
division of power between national gov and state gov
difference between dual federalism and cooperative federalism
powers of national gov and state gov are clearly separated layer cake.
National gov and state gov work together on forgiven policy marble cake.
define and give example of reserved powers + amendment it’s in
10th amendment any powers not specifically given to national gov or denied to sates go to the states there are called reserved powers. such as ratify constitutional amendments
explain 9th amendments
people have additional right then those listed in the constitution
define and give examples of concurrent powers
powers shared by national and state gov -such enforce taxes
define and give example of exclusive power
powers only to national gov like declare war
explain the difference between and enumerated and implied powers. + example
enumerated powers are powers given to national gov that are listed in the constitution implied powers are powers Congress can use under necessary and proper clause like making national bank
explain supremacy clause and where it’s located
the constitution is the supreme law of the land and national laws can overtake state laws.(article 6)
explain commerce clause and where it’s located
only the national gov can regulate commerce with other country’s between states and with Indian tribes. (article 1 section 8)
what is federalism?
division of power between national gov and state gov
What are characteristics of Dual Federalism?
(layer cake) a belief that the power of national gov and states are differentiated
What are characteristics of Cooperative Federalism?
(marble cake)National gov and state govs to share power
What are enumerated powers?
Powers specifically given to the national gov especially congress
What is the necessary and proper clause?
it grants Congress authority to legislate as it seems fit to carry out its constitutionally granted powers
What is the commerce clause?
grants congress power to regulate commerce with foreign nations, among states, and foreign tribes
What is selective incorporation?
What are grants-in-aid?
