4.3 Key Terms Flashcards

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Civil disobedience

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The act of refusing to comply with certain laws or governmental demands as a form of peaceful protest.

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Dissent

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The expression or holding of opinions that differ from those officially accepted or endorsed.

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Statutes

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Written laws passed by a legislative body.

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Statutory

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Relating to or created by statutes or laws.

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Administrative Procedure Act

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A U.S. federal statute that governs the way administrative agencies propose and establish regulations.

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Quorum

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The minimum number of members needed to conduct business in a legislative or decision-making body.

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NASA

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The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, responsible for the nation's civilian space program and aeronautics research.

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EPA

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The Environmental Protection Agency, responsible for protecting human health and the environment.

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OSHA

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, responsible for ensuring safe and healthy working conditions.

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Engel v. Vitale (1962)

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A landmark Supreme Court case that ruled it unconstitutional for state officials to compose an official school prayer and encourage its recitation in public schools.