1. Federal and State Powers
Reserved Powers
(Powers given to the state governments)
Provide for public safety, health, & welfare
Regulate trade/commerce within state
Establish local governments
Conduct elections, determine qualifications for voters
Establish a public school system
Enumerated Powers
(given to the federal government)
Pass all laws “necessary and proper” to carry out powers
Regulate trade with other countries & among states
Conduct foreign affairs
Raise & support an army
Coin/print money
Establish a postal system
Govern US territories, admit new states, & regulate immigration
Concurrent Powers
(Powers shared by state and federal governments)
Enforce laws
Establish courts
Collect taxes
Borrow money
Provide for the general welfare