Federalism and Government Powers

These flashcards cover key concepts related to federalism and government powers based on lecture notes.

Expressed powers

Powers clearly stated by the constitution, such as the ability for Congress to lay and collect taxes.

Implied Powers

Powers that are suggested by expressed powers in the constitution, indicated by the necessary and proper clause.

Inherent powers

Powers not explicitly stated or implied by the constitution that have developed over time to maintain national sovereignty.

Powers denied to federal government

Powers that are expressly denied to the federal government, including adherence to the Bill of Rights.

Reserved Powers

Powers granted to states, meaning anything not explicitly denied to the national government.

Exclusive powers

Powers that are exclusively held for the national government, such as treaties and coining money.

Concurrent powers

Powers that are shared between the national and state levels of government, like defining crimes.

Supremacy Clause

A clause that states national government laws are above state laws, enforced by the Supreme Court.

Dual Federalism

A political arrangement where power is divided between state and national governments, with states exercising their powers independently.

Cooperative Federalism

A concept of federalism where national and state governments collaborate on policymaking and problem-solving.

New Federalism/Devolution

A political movement aimed at transferring certain powers from the federal government back to the states.

Fiscal Federalism

The financial relationship between the national and state governments, where federal funds are allocated to states for specific purposes.

Interstate Compact

Agreements between states, approved by Congress, to settle disputes and manage shared resources.

Full Faith and Credit Clause

A constitutional requirement that states respect the judicial proceedings and records of other states.

Privileges and Immunities Clause

A clause that prohibits states from unreasonably discriminating against residents of other states.

Separation of Powers

A doctrine that divides government authority among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches to prevent concentration of power.

Federalist No. 51

A document arguing for separation of powers and checks and balances within the government.

Federalist No. 10

A document stating that factions cannot be eliminated but their excesses can be controlled.

Myers v. United States

A Supreme Court case illustrating the doctrine of separation of powers.