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Texas and Federalism

This overview explores the federal system of governance in Texas within the context of the United States. Federalism is a political system where states retain certain powers while deferring others to a central government. Texas, as part of this system, is legally equal to all other states and can enact laws affecting residents. States can regulate marriage, property, and education but cannot print money or create laws violating constitutional rights. Understanding these dynamics is essential for comprehending the relationship between state and federal authorities, especially regarding the National Guard's role.

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Texas and Federalism

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  1. Texas and Federalism The Federal System What it is, How it works.

  2. Definition Federalism • a political system in which several states or regions defer some powers, (e.g. in foreign affairs), to a central government while retaining a limited measure of self-government

  3. What it means… • Texas is part of a federal system = Texas is part of the USA • It is no longer a separateentity (republic)

  4. State Equality • Texas is legally equal to all other U.S. states • Each state can create state laws that affect everyone within that state.

  5. What Each State CAN Do • Create laws regarding marriage and property • Create School districts and curriculum • Set minimum ages for: • Drivers licenses • Getting married

  6. What Each State CANNOT Do • Coin or create their own money • Create state laws that violate constitutionally protectedcivil rights • Create internationalTrade agreements • Declare war – (only U.S. Congress can do that)

  7. However, • the USA has final legal authority over allof the states. • Legal authority is established by the U.S. Constitution and Federal Laws • This includes supervisory • control over state/local law • enforcement.

  8. National Guard • States have a national guard • It is illegal for the president to “call out the guard” • It may only be called out by the state governor • This protects citizens from standing federal armies being used as harassment

  9. National Guard However- • The guard may be federalized - and temporarily absorbed into the U. S. Army during wartime (such as the current wars in Afghanistan and Iraq). • A state governor may refuse…. • But that is frowned upon during wartime.

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