Government Vocab 1

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Change or addition to a document.

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amendment

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Legislation providing funds for something.

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appropriation

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Distinct section or clause in a document.

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article

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Tool for tracking savings and spending.

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budget

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System in government where each branch limits others' power.

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checks and balances

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Responsibility of a citizen to contribute to society.

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civic responsibility

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A written plan for government.

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constitution

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Enforces laws; includes Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General.

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executive branch

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Relating to central government.

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federal

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Money given by the federal government to the states.

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federal grant