AP EXAM REVIEW U1 & U2 GOV G

Obligates states to deliver captured fugitive criminals back to the state where they committed the original crime

States have the power to create an enforce laws on health, safety, and morals

Make and enforce Congressional policies/regulations; created by Congress

Legislators should consider the will of the people but act in ways that they believe are best for long-term interest

Supreme Court's authority to declare a legislative act or an executive branch action unconstitutional and therefore void

Practice of drawing district lines for the purpose of favoring one particular group of people or party

Requires most federal agencies to hold their meetings in publicly accessible places

Mid-level FEDERAL courts created by Congress. Not responsible for fact finding, but if constitutional law was violated

Every 10 years when congressional districts are redrawn/seats are redistributed among states in House based on census

Plan of government in which states got a number of representatives in congress based on their population

Federal money given to states for some larger purposes but states are given discretion to decide how to spend it

A doctrine in political theory that government is created by and subject to the will of the people

A signed opinion in which one or more members agree with the majority opinion but for different opinions

Highest level of FEDERAL courts. Not created by Congress but by Article III of Constitution - ruling becomes law of land

When federal funds are directed to a very specific purpose (local). When these are viewed as wasteful they are...

Power is distributed between the central and local (state) governments. Thought bill of rights was unnecessary

States must treat non-state residents within their borders as they would treat their own residents

Model of democracy in which no one group dominates politics & organized groups compete w/ each other to influence policy

Rule telling states what they MUST do to comply with fed guidelines (offer extra funds to encourage compliance)

Article 1, Sec 4 requires states to honor the rulings, legislative actions, public accounts, records of another state

A formal agreement between the U.S. president and the leaders of other nations that does not require Senate approval.

Speaking for an extremely long time to let the time run out on a deadline for voting for a bill, to wear down opposition

When congress adjourns w/in 10 days of having submitted a bill to president who lets it die by not signing or vetoing

Powers derived from the 10th Amendment of the Constitution, that are not delegated to national govt or denied to states

Defended the new constitution and tried to reassure Americans that the states would not be overpowered by federal govt.

Philosophy of limited govt with elected reps serving the will of the the people. Govt based on consent of the governed.

Sharing of power between the central (national) government and regional (state and local) governments

Agreement b/w north and south states pertaining to how slaves would be counted for taxation and representation purposes

In charge of party discipline, keeps tally, strong arms party members to vote with party in exchange for political favor

Period where an outgoing politician whose successor has already been elected does little until their term is up

Prohibits federal workers from becoming directly involved in political campaigns.

An advisory group selected by the president to aid in making decisions

Responsibilities that are shared by federal, state, and local governments

Powers that Congress has that are NOT expressly stated Constitution based on applying the "Necessary and Proper" Clause

Presiding officer of House of Reps, chosen by majority party, appoints rules committee, assigns bills to committees

Agreement by states at the CC for a bicameral legislature: representation in HOR: population Senate: 2 per state

Close relationship between an agency, a congressional committee, and an interest group.

Federal money given to the states for a specific , carefully defined purpose. Preferred by liberals.

A lawmaking body made up of two chambers or parts such as the Senate and the House of Representatives

Six member bipartisan agency created to administer campaign finance laws and enforce compliance with their requirements

Gives the public and journalists the right to request access to records or information.

Reward loyal party leaders with federal jobs. Led to the spoils system (expectations of loyalty after the appointment)

Law that prevented constant reward to loyal party members by making sure people take certain tests-prove qualifications

Nation and state are supreme within their own spheres, state govt can exercise powers w/out interference from nat'l govt

Art 1 Sect 8 - cover such areas as the rights to collect taxes, regulate foreign and domestic commerce, coin money etc.

The rule of precedent, which implies that a rule established by a court is to be followed in all similar cases.

Budget expenditures that can be adjusted from year to year - lead to significant debate in congressional committees

Nat'l & state government work together to complete projects. Ex: Fed gov gives IL money to rebuild a highway IL picks co

Sets forth the implied powers of Congress. Congress has the right to make all laws in order to carry out all powers.

Constitutional doctrine where actions of the federal government prevail over those of state or local government

A rule for limiting or ending debate in the Senate to terminate debate by calling for a vote

Recent political movement to transfer responsibilities from the federal government to the state government

Unites both the house of reps and the senate. Routinely engages in research based activities

Governments with a single central authority usually controlled from a central capital. Opposite of Federalist government

Head of the Justice Department and chief law enforcement officer of the U.S. (in president's cabinet)

Legal document issued by S.C. to request the court transcripts of a case. Indicates court will review lower ct. decision

the agreement by which people define and limit their individual rights, thus creating an organized society or government

Public office/position of authority that provides its occupant with an outstanding opportunity to speak out on any issue

Presidential appointments are confirmed only if there is no objection to them by the senators from the appointee's state

When a person is chosen by president to fill a position while the senate is not in session, thereby bypassing approval

Refers to the pattern of spending, taxing, and providing grants in the federal system.

Protects federal workers who report or disclose evidence of illegal or improper government action

Formed temporarily to iron out differences on bills that passed each house but in slightly different forms (markup)

First constitution of U.S. established national legislature, Continental Congress, but most authority still with states

When a 3rd party to a lawsuit files legal brief for the purpose of raising additional points of view to influence court

Initiate tax bills and have sole power of impeachment (accuse president of a crime)

An elected representative should represent the opinions of his or her constituents and not vote on their own opinions

Powers held solely by the states - anything not specifically delegated to the federal government in the Constitution

Roe v. Wade is an example of "let the decision stand" or precedent for all cases that come after it also known as

Gives congress power to regulate all business activities that cross state lines or affect more than one state & nations

A rule or regulation issued by the president that has the effect of law - but it can be overturned by the next president

Defines the guidelines for debate. Nothing reaches the House floor for debate unless this committee approves.

Trading votes to gain support for a bill. By agreeing to back someone else's bill, members can secure a vote in return.

Philosophy proposing that judges should interpret the Constitution to reflect what the framers intended

Have advice and consent, approve treaties with 2/3 vote to become law, act as judge/jury in impeachment proceedings

Lowest level of FEDERAL courts that are created by congress. Trial courts that have original jurisdiction in crim/civil

When laws are unclear, bureaucracy makes decisions concerning implementing laws, creating regulations, and operations.