Government And Courts Flashcards

1
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What is similar between the FL and US constitutions?

A

They both have a preamble, amendments, and individual rights.

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Who is in charge of the Executive branch in Florida?

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The governor, Ron DeSantis.

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Who is in charge or the Legislative Branch in FL?

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Senate President: Wilton Sampson

House Speaker: Chris Sprowls

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What is the Florida Declaration of Rights similar to?

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The BOR- has 27 sections instead of 10 amendments, but has the same concepts.

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What does the 10th amendment say?

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Any powers not given to the federal powers are given to the people or states.

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What is federalism?

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The dividing of power between central and smaller powers.

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Who does federalism limit government power?

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By giving some power both to the state and central powers, they are both in control but can check each other to make sure one does not become more powerful.

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What are the three types of federal powers?

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Listed
Implied
Inherent

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What is an implied power?

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Something that was not listed but is implied that that is a right.

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What is a reserved power?

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Power that is reserved for the state. (Intrastate commerce, establish elections, protect general welfare, issue driver’s licenses).

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What is a concurrent power?

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Powers that are shared between the federal and state level. (Levy taxes, borrow money, protect the general welfare, establish courts, make and enforce laws)

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What does the local government provide?

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Police protection, education, highway building, water and waste management, welfare programs, hospital and health care, and much more.

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Who is the leader of the local government?

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The mayor.

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14
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What is an ordinance?

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A law from a city or county.

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What is a city council?

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An elected legislative body that is responsible for establishing policies, managing growth and land use, adopting an annual budget and tax rate, setting rates for city/municipal services, adopting local laws and ordinances and hiring and overseeing the City Manager.

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What is a county commissioner?

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They create and enforce ordinances.

17
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What is a school board?

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A panel that represents the communities beliefs and values. They support the educational directions, standards and budgets- they govern the schools.

18
Q

What are the requirements to run for FL governor?

A

30 years old, lives in FL for 7 years.

19
Q

What are the requirements To run for FL HOR and Senate?

A

21 years old, lives in FL for 2 years, and a resident of the district they represent.

20
Q

What are the ways an amendment can be proposed to the FL constitution?

A
  • Propose by Legislature
  • Revision Commission
  • Voter Initiative
  • Constitutional Convention
  • Amendment Revision Commission
21
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What is the only way an amendment can be ratified to the FL constitution?

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At least 60% of voters must approve.