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What are delegated powers?

Powers that the constitution grants (National & State level)

What are the three powers in delegated powers?

Expressed powers, Implied powers, and Inherent powers

What are expressed powers?

Powers directly expressed or stated in the Constitution by the Founders, also known as enumerated powers.

List three examples of expressed powers.

<p>The power to levy and collect taxes, to coin money, to make war, to raise an army and navy, to regulate commerce among the states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are implied powers?

<p>The authority that the national government requires to carry out the powers that are expressly defined in the Constitution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of implied powers?

<p>The power to draft people into the armed forces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the elastic clause?

<p>It is the basis and proper clause for implied powers, allowing Congress to stretch its powers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are inherent powers?

<p>Powers necessary for governments to be governments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two examples of inherent powers?

<p>Controlling immigration and establishing diplomatic relations with other countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

List the National Government powers.

<p>Make trade deals, Make official money, Have an army or navy, Declare war, Establish federal courts, Interact with officials from other nations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are national and state powers known as?

<p>Concurrent powers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are state powers also known as?

<p>Reserved powers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are denied powers for the national government?

<p>Cannot tax exports, Cannot make it difficult for states to use their powers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are denied powers for state governments?

<p>Cannot make treaties/alliances, Cannot make their own money, Cannot make nobles, Void contracts, Ask Congress for permission for trade deals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a denied power for both national and state governments?

<p>Cannot do anything to take away people's liberty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Delegated Powers

  • Powers granted by the Constitution at both National and State levels.
  • Includes three categories: Expressed, Implied, and Inherent powers.

Expressed Powers

  • Directly stated in the Constitution and often referred to as enumerated powers.
  • Examples include:
    • Levying and collecting taxes.
    • Coining money.
    • Declaring war.
    • Raising and maintaining armed forces.
    • Regulating interstate commerce.

Implied Powers

  • These powers enable the national government to implement expressed powers.
  • Derived from the necessary and proper clause, often referred to as the elastic clause.
  • Example includes the authority to draft individuals into military service, stemming from the expressed power to raise an army.

Elastic Clause

  • Also known as the necessary and proper clause.
  • Allows Congress to extend its powers beyond those explicitly enumerated in the Constitution.

Inherent Powers

  • Powers necessary for any government to function effectively.
  • Examples include:
    • Controlling immigration policies.
    • Establishing diplomatic relations with foreign nations.

National Government Powers

  • Ability to negotiate trade deals internationally and interstate.
  • Authority to create official currency.
  • Establishment of military branches including the Air Force (considered an implied power).
  • Declaration of war and establishment of federal courts.

Concurrent Powers

  • Powers shared by both National and State governments, reflecting current needs.
  • Include:
    • Imposing taxes.
    • Borrowing money.
    • Spending for public welfare.
    • Establishing and enforcing laws.

State Powers

  • Known as reserved powers, reflecting the rights retained by the states.
  • Include:
    • Regulating trade among states.
    • Establishing local governments.
    • Conducting state elections.
    • Promoting public health and safety.

Denied Powers

  • Specific limitations placed on both National and State governments to protect individual liberties.
  • National government prohibitions:
    • Cannot tax exports.
    • Cannot infringe on state powers.
  • State government prohibitions:
    • Cannot enter treaties or alliances.
    • Cannot produce their own currency.
    • Cannot create nobility or void contracts.
    • Must seek Congress's permission for international trade agreements.

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