FEDERALSYST

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__Introduction to the federal system__ __the powers the government__ __state powers__ __shared powers between state and government__ media type="custom" key="7789077"
 * the federal system states the powers of the government and states, and the powers they share.
 * the government has the as more major powers concerning currency and laws
 * the states have smaller powers such as highway speeds and other smaller law
 * regulates trade with other countries and Indians
 * establish a currency
 * make a postal system
 * declare wars
 * regulate immigration
 * negotiate treaties with foreign countries
 * conduct elections
 * make local governments
 * make schools
 * make rules about adoption, and marriage and divorce
 * regulate interstate trade
 * provide police and fire protection for its criticizes
 * establish license requirements
 * borrow money
 * collect taxes
 * make and maintain roads
 * punish lawbreakers
 * establish courts
 * guarantee civil rights and liberties
 * defend public health
 * establish public saftey