State Government Do Now!

After a bill is introduced into the General Assembly, what is the next step in the lawmaking process?

• Committee

• Debate

• Vote

• Send to the other house

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution establishes the powers of the federal and state governments (aka Federalism)?

• 1st

• 5th

• 10th

• 14th

Powers that are shared between the national and state government are called _______________.

• federal powers

• concurrent powers

• enumerated powers

What are the primary responsibilities (jobs) of the national government?

• Conduct foreign policy, regulate commerce, and provide for the common defense.

• Promote public health, safety, education, and welfare.

• Regulate land use and provide services to citizens

What is another name for our state legislative branch?

• Congress

• General Assembly

• Board of Supervisors

• Council

1. Who is the head of the state executive branch?

• President

• Governor

• Manager

  (hired)

• Mayor

Who is the person who serves as the state’s head lawyer and legal expert?

• Governor

• Lt. Governor

• Attorney General

• Cabinet

1. Who helps the governor, presides over the senate, and casts the deciding vote when there is a tie?

• Governor

• Lt. Governor

• Attorney General

• Cabinet

1. What document outlines some of the governor’s responsibilities?

• U.S. Constitution

• VA Constitution

When the Governor delivers the "State of the State" address or signs/vetoes legislation, he is acting as the ____________

• Chief Legislator

• Commander-in-Chief

• Chief Citizen