government 3.4 quiz notes

Republican form of government

A representative government decided by Congress and the President, not by the court.

Making war, keeping peace

The national government's requirement to protect states against domestic violence.

Admission procedure for new states

Congress must pass an enabling act for proposed states to form a constitution, which then must be approved by Congress.

Conditions for admission

Requirements states must fulfill, such as banning polygamy or not claiming lands held by Native Americans.

Federal grants in aid

Funds provided by the federal government to states, cities, and counties for various purposes.

Block funds

Federal funds used for broad purposes, allowing states the freedom to decide how to spend the money.

Categorical funds

Federal funds allocated for closely defined purposes with conditions set by the federal government.

Interstate compacts

Agreements between states or with foreign states that require the consent of Congress.

Full faith and credit clause

Constitutional provision that requires states to give recognition to the public acts, records, and judicial proceedings of other states.

Extradition

The process of surrendering a fugitive to another state for prosecution.

Privileges and immunities clause

Constitutional protection that prevents unreasonable distinctions between citizens of different states.

Reasonable distinctions in state residency

Allowable residency requirements for voting, holding public office, or practicing certain professions.

Kentucky v. Dennison (1861)

A case that interpreted the extradition clause as allowing some discretion, suggesting 'shall' can be read as 'may'.

Puerto Rico v. Branstad

A ruling that established the federal government's authority to order unwilling states to extradite fugitives.

FBI aid to states

Support provided by the FBI to state and local law enforcement agencies.

Lulu payments

Payments made to states with large federal land holdings as compensation.

Williams v. North Carolina (1945)

A case concerning the recognition of divorce based on state residency requirements.