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civics chapter11

study guide for chapter11 in civics

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public policy government response to public issues is known as this
unitary system in which practically all political power lies with a central government
powers of the states the constitution doesn't specifically list this.Instead the 10th amendment gives them all the powers not given to the national government or not denied to the states.
shared powers collect taxes,borrow money,set up courts, enforce laws, and punish law breakers.
apportioned divided among districts
sessions divided legislative term into these. most are held annually
initiative the process by which citizens can propose laws.
referendum the process by which a law is referred to the voters to approve or reject.
recall a process for removing elected officials from office
revenue income
sales taxes charges made on purchases of goods or services.
excise tax a charge on certain goods such as alcoholic drinks, gasoline, or tobacco.
income tax a tax on the earnings of individuals and businesses.
bonds certificates that people buy from the government.
item veto the power to reject particular parts or items of a bill.
lieutenant governor the state official second in rank to the governor.
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