Federalism (Chap 3)

Question 1

Necessary and proper clauses

Answer 1

Section of the constitution allowing congress to pass all laws necessary and proper to its duties which lets congress exercise powers not given to them

Question 2

Nullification

Answer 2

Doctrine that a state can declare null and void a federal law that, in the states opinion, violates the constitution

Question 3

Dual federalism

Answer 3

Doctrine holding that the national government is supreme in its sphere, the states are supreme in theirs and the two spheres should be kept separate

Question 4

Sovereignty

Answer 4

Full right and power of a government body to govern itself without any interference from outside

Question 5

Police power

Answer 5

State power to enact laws promoting health safety and morals

Question 6

Initiative

Answer 6

Process that permits voters to put legislative measures directly on the ballot

Question 7

Referendum

Answer 7

Procedure enabling voters to reject a measure passed by the legislature

Question 8

Recall

Answer 8

Procedure whereby voters can remove an elected official from office

Question 9

Categorical grant

Answer 9

Federal grants for specific purposes such as building an airport

Question 10

Conditions of aid

Answer 10

Terms set by the national government that states must meet if they are to receive federal funds

Question 11

Mandates

Answer 11

Terms set by the national government that states must meet whether or not they accept federal grants

Question 12

Waiver

Answer 12

Decision by administrative agency granting someone to violate a law or rule that would otherwise apply to it

Question 13

Federalism

Answer 13

Government authority shared by national and local government