Parliament & Bills Flashcards
1
Q
What is parliament?
A
The House of Representatives and House of Senates that pass laws
2
Q
Purpose?
A
Reflect the will of the people who elected them
3
Q
Link between democracy and state and federal laws?
A
citizens vote for representatives; representatives engage in law-making processes
4
Q
Federal Parliament controls…
A
trade and commerce, foreign policy, taxation, defence, immigration
5
Q
State Parliament controls…
A
schools, hospitals, public transport, water and gas supply, community services
6
Q
Local Government controls…
A
[not included in the Constitution]
rubbish collection and recycling, parking, town planning, childcare and aged care, pet control