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What contains the highest authority of law in the US?
which source law in the united states is the hightest authority
What are the duties of US Senators assigned by the Constitution?
Senators are elected to represent the state from which they are elected. In conjunction with the US House of Representatives they have the authority to pass laws that they deem necessary and proper granted they do not violate the US Constitution. They also, together with the House pass Constitutional Amendments for ratification by the states. The Senate has powers that are exclusive to that body including: Ratification of Treaties, Consenting to the appointment of Federal Judges, cabinet Secretaries, certain federal officers, and military officers.
How do you convene a constitutional convention?
In a nascent democracy the first step is to create and establish a process whereby delegates to a constitutional convention cam be selected. This can be a muddled affair. Who, for example, has the authority to convene such a convention? In a nation with an established constitution, that constitution should include the procedure for amending the existing constitution. A convention may be organized to propose amendments but there is still a ratification step whereby the constituent provinces or sub-states formally accept the constitution.
What is the source of the authority of the Constitution?
The people of the United States is the source of authority of the constitution.Your welcome :)
What part of the constitution lists its six goals and states that the US are the authority for the constitution?
The Preamble
By what authority was the US Supreme Court established?
The ratification of the US Constitution in 1789.
Is ratification a formal order given by a higher authority?
yes
How does the conflict over ratification of the 1787 Constitution relate to politics in the US today?
The system of checks and balances that divides federal authority between the legislative, judicial and executive branches is still an issue today as each branch wants more power. The ratification of the 1787 Constitution established a weak presidency with a strong legislature and that still exists in politics today.
Who is the authority that ordains and promulgate the constitution?
who is the authority that ordains and promulgates the constitution
What contains the highest authority of law in the US?
which source law in the united states is the hightest authority
Who was the traditional authority on human anatomy before scientific revolution?
The authority before the Sientific Revolution was Galen.
What fraction of the houses of congress is necessary to propose an amendment to the constitution?
Congress cannot amend the US Constitution on its own authority. A 2/3 vote by both houses may authorize that a proposed amendment be sent to the states for ratification. If 3/4 of the states ratify the amendment it becomes effective.
What is the relationship between the Federalist Papers and the ratification?
The 85 Federalist Papers were written with the express purpose of selling states on the idea of ratifying the new Constitution. Many believed the Constitution concentrated too much power in the Federal government and reduced the states' sovereign authority, so there was hesitancy about trading the imperfect Articles of Confederation for the US Constitution. p.s. GO P.PANTHERS!!
Who has the authority in a republic?
constitution
What are the duties of US Senators assigned by the Constitution?
Senators are elected to represent the state from which they are elected. In conjunction with the US House of Representatives they have the authority to pass laws that they deem necessary and proper granted they do not violate the US Constitution. They also, together with the House pass Constitutional Amendments for ratification by the states. The Senate has powers that are exclusive to that body including: Ratification of Treaties, Consenting to the appointment of Federal Judges, cabinet Secretaries, certain federal officers, and military officers.
Which defines the specific powers and authority of Congress?
Articles of the constitution
How do you convene a constitutional convention?
In a nascent democracy the first step is to create and establish a process whereby delegates to a constitutional convention cam be selected. This can be a muddled affair. Who, for example, has the authority to convene such a convention? In a nation with an established constitution, that constitution should include the procedure for amending the existing constitution. A convention may be organized to propose amendments but there is still a ratification step whereby the constituent provinces or sub-states formally accept the constitution.
