b.
Expressed powers
Expressed powers
The powers of the federal government that are clearly stated in the Constitution are outlined in Article I, Section 8, known as the Enumerated Powers. These include the authority to levy taxes, regulate commerce, declare war, maintain armed forces, and establish post offices, among others. Additionally, the Necessary and Proper Clause allows Congress to make laws needed to execute these powers. This framework establishes the federal government's specific roles and responsibilities.
Statements are not implied; implications are not stated.
Implied powers
The principle that the federal government's power should be limited to those clearly assigned to it by the Constitution is known as "enumerated powers." This concept is rooted in the idea of federalism, which emphasizes the division of authority between national and state governments. The Constitution explicitly outlines the powers granted to the federal government, suggesting that any powers not mentioned are reserved for the states or the people, as articulated in the Tenth Amendment. This principle aims to prevent an overreach of federal authority and protect individual liberties.
A. through the expressed, or clearly stated, powers, B. through the implied, powers ( powers deducted from the clearly stated powers), C. through the inherent powers, those possessed by all sovereign states.
Powers that the constitution sets aside for state governments
Enumerated powers are the powers that are specifically stated.
Congressional powers not expressly stated in the Constitution but suggested by the enumerated powers that are written there are called
These powers are referred to as implied powers, powers that are not explicitly granted to Congress in the U.S. Constitution. The opposite would be expressed powers.
Congressional powers not expressly stated in the Constitution but suggested by the enumerated powers that are written there are called
Implied powers