Federalism Flashcards
What is the perogative of the federal government
Foreign policy
How much of a state is required to ratify constitutional change
3/4 of a state
What is “layer cake” federalism
Original form of federalism - responsibilities are equally divided
Name a supreme court ruling that expanded federal government’s powers
McCulloch vs Maryland (1819) - ruling that the federal level had implied powers
2 causes for “marble cake” federalism
- Industrialisation —> brought the need for regulation
- The Great Depression
An example of “Marble cake” federalism
Increasing use of ‘categorical grants’ from 1887
—> increased reliance of states on the federal government
(By the 90’s) What percentage of money given to states by the federal government was comprised of categorical grants
90%
Proof of power the federal government has over states
Uniform drinking age was enforced onto states —> states that didn’t comply would loose 10% of their federal highway funds
3 examples of increased federalism
- Creation of the Department of Homeland Security
- Increased spending on medicare
- Increased education spending (No Child Left Behind act)
2 disadvantages of federalism
- Variety in state laws
- Complex tax system
What is Reagens “New federalism”
Shift towards decentralised federalism
—> reduction in big government, return power to the states
What does the 10th amendment do
Ensures states maintain power
