what are some responsibilities/powers that the federal government are in charge of?
2006-07-17 07:21:24 · 4 answers · asked by Worst Nightmare 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Government
They have two responsibilities. Maintain the peace and maintain the security.
2006-07-17 07:25:59 · answer #1 · answered by Coo coo achoo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am assuming you mean constitutionally included but not limited to: (summarized)
Article 1, Legislative Branch
Creates the Senate and House of Representatives and describes their function and power.
Article 2, Executive Branch
Creates the Office of the President and the Electoral College and lists their powers and authority.
Article 3, Judicial Branch
Creates the Supreme Court and gives Congress the power to create lower courts.
Defines the powers of the courts and certain crimes.
Article 4, The States
Defines the states' powers and the relationship of the states to each other and to their citizens.
Article 5, Amending the Constitution
Describes procedures to change - or amend - the Constitution.
Article 6, Federal Law
Makes the Constitution the supreme law of the land - over any state law or constitution.
Article 7, Ratifying the Constitution
Establishes procedures to approve - or ratify - the Constitution.
Followed by the bill of rights which includes the following:
Freedom of religion, speech, and press.
Right to own and bear arms.
Soldiers cannot stay in private homes unless the owner agrees.
Unlawful search and seizure.
Rights of those on trial for a crime.
Speedy, public trial by jury. (criminal trial and other 2 different rights)
Cruel and unusual punishment.
Rights that are not mentioned does not take away from other rights.
Powers not listed belong to the states or the people.
Other Amendments:
13. Ends slavery.
14. Equal protection clause.
15. Right to vote not dependant on race or color.
16. Paved the way for federal income tax.
19. Womens suffrage.
22. President limited to 2 4 year terms.
24. Outlaws poll tax in elections.
25. President can appoint a new VP if something happens to him or he leaves. (congress must approve)
26. Voting age lowered to 18.
2006-07-17 14:53:31 · answer #2 · answered by clefus 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
to protect, care for, and provide ease to the life of it's citizens. To put the people first and keep in mind the security, balance, and moral nature of their jurisdiction.
(wish they did that)
2006-07-17 14:24:31 · answer #3 · answered by Jake H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
interstate commerce
the postal system
treaties with other countries
the national parks and monuments
the armed forces
2006-07-17 14:24:50 · answer #4 · answered by Kutekymmee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋