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The supreme law of all states and citizens of the United States is the U.S. Constitution.

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Q: What is the highest law in the state of Texas?
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How many justices are on the Supreme Court of Texas?

The State of Texas has two courts of last resort (state supreme courts): The Supreme Court of Texas is the highest appellate court for juvenile and civil cases; The Court of Criminal Appeals is the highest appellate court for criminal cases. Although only one is called the "Supreme Court" they function at the same appellate level.


What court declares the final word on the constitutionality of a state law?

The [State] Supreme Court (or its equivalent) has final authority unless the question being addressed in the state constitution conflicts with the US Constitution, in which case the US Supreme Court has final authority.


Once a decision has been made by the highest court in a state all other courts in the state must follow that case under law of?

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What is the local Supreme Court called?

There is no "local" supreme court in the United States, unless you're referring to the state supreme courts. Most states use the state name and the words "supreme court" to designate their highest appellate court, as in "[State] Supreme Court" or "Supreme Court of [State]"; however, a few states, such as New York and Texas, uses different naming conventions. In New York, the supreme courts are the state trial courts, and the New York Court of Appeals is the highest appellate court. Texas has two final appellate courts to handle its massive caseload. The Supreme Court of Texas reviews civil and juvenile appeals, while the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals is their highest court for criminal cases.


What aspects of the Texas Constitution could be used to improve governance at the federal level?

None. State and federal law are separate laws. The federal is over the state law in all cases. That is why cases are heard in the Supreme Court to decide if a state law meets the requirements of the federal consitution. The constitution of the United States is the foundation for all government and law.