unit 6: bureaucracy Flashcards
bureaucracy
responsible for ensuring that the policies and programs enacted you congress
joint chiefs of staff
the five chiefs of the military services
merit system
hires and promotes individuals based on skills and experience rather than patronage
primary role of the government
policy implementation
discretionary authority
The power given to an agency to make decisions about the implementation of existing laws, using its discretion and judgment
rulemaking authority
the power of federal agencies created policies and processes for regulations
Department of homeland security
responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the United States from terrorist attacks and other disasters.
Department of transportation
Ensure our nation has the safest, most efficient and modern transportation system in the world
Department of veteran affairs
“To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan” by serving and honoring the men and women who are America’s veterans.
Department of education
ED’s mission is to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access.
Federal elections commission
the Federal Election Commission (FEC) is the independent regulatory agency charged with administering and enforcing the federal campaign finance law.
Environmental Protection Agency
Our mission is to protect human health and the environment.
Securities and exchange commission
The mission of the SEC is to protect investors; maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets; and facilitate capital formation.
independent agencies
these are agencies that are independent and are facilitating government initiaves
-NASA, CIA
regulatory agencies
these agencies are given a sector of the economy and they create regulations
-FDA, Federal Trade Commission
