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State Government

Remember Federalism? Over the next week we will study federalism and the role of state and local governments in our federal system.

How does the Florida Constitution compare to the U.S. Constitution? Begins with the Preamble We, the People of the State of Florida…” A series of articles Amendments

Federal Government & State Government Florida State Government Legislative Branch Congress: U.S. Senate U.S. House of Representatives Florida State Legislature: Florida Senate Florida House of Representatives Executive Branch President Vice President Appointed Cabinet Members Governor Lieutenant Governor Elected Cabinet Members (Attorney General, etc.) Judicial Branch U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals U.S. District Court Florida Supreme Court Florida District Courts of Appeal Florida Circuit Courts Florida County Courts Articles II- IV establishes the organization of its state government. Gateway book pgs. 226 - 227

The Amendment Process: Florida vs. U.S. Step 1: Proposal: There are 5 ways Step 2: Adoption: 60% of voters must approve If it concerns taxes, 2/3 (66.7%) of voters must approve. Gateway book pg. 230