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Does state government have power over local government?Local governments are a lower tier of government, right beneath the States. Local governments are closest to the people and foster their participation in decision making. States have the power to establish local governments.
What powers should local government have?Local governments have broad powers, and can provide services, enter into agreements and regulate people and their property. These activities can be done by the local government or through delegation and working with others.
Which powers are granted to state governments?State Governments. Make money.. Declare war.. Manage foreign relations.. Oversee trade between states and with other countries.. Which power is granted to the federal government but not to state governments?Delegated (sometimes called enumerated or expressed) powers are specifically granted to the federal government in Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution. This includes the power to coin money, to regulate commerce, to declare war, to raise and maintain armed forces, and to establish a Post Office.
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