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The 1996 Defense of Marriage Act ("DOMA") conflicts with state laws that permit same-sex marriage, civil unions or domestic partnerships inasmuch as DOMA permits other states to refuse to recognize them.
DOMA does not conflict with federal law, as it is the only federal law to address this issue. The US Supreme Court did, however, rule that Section 3 of DOMA conflicted with the Equal Protection Clause and struck that section down as unconstitutional on June 26, 2013. Section 3 prohibited federal recognition of same-sex marriages. The remainder of DOMA survives intact.
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Supremacy Clause is?
when federal and state laws conflict, federal laws take precedence so long as they are judged to be constitutional
Should DOMA be unjust or just?
The 1996 Defense of Marriage Act ("DOMA"), like all federal laws, should be just. Unfortunately, it is not.
What can states do to federal laws?
A state can create laws that are stricter than federal law, as long as there is no conflict, or the Constitution specifically reserves the right to the Federal government.
What does the constitution say about which law shall predominate if there is any conflict between law?
The order to apply is: Federal Constitution Federal Statute Federal Case Law Federal Regulations State Constitution State Statute State Case Law State Regulations
In a federal government the states are more powerful than the national government?
No. Because of the tendency of the Supreme Court to rule in favor of the federal government as well as the "supremacy clause" (Federal Laws override state laws if there is a conflict) in the constitution, the federal government exercises more authority and overall power than state governments.
What is the relationship between federal law and state law, and how is federal law prioritized over state law?
Federal law is the supreme law of the land in the United States, meaning it takes precedence over state laws. This principle, known as federal supremacy, is established in the U.S. Constitution. When there is a conflict between federal and state laws, federal law prevails. This ensures uniformity and consistency in the application of laws across the country.
Explain how national laws affect state citizens. What contributions do states make to national well being?
It is my understanding that State laws take precedence over Federal laws (for instance, there is a federal speed limit but individual states set their own). In cases where the laws of two different states are in conflict, Federal laws apply.
What powers are held in the states in the federal system?
all those not designated to the federal government by the constitution as long as state laws do not conflict with national laws(WRONG) The correct answer is Reserved Powers.
How does article VI of the constitution resolve possible conflicts between state laws and federal laws?
The state laws are overruled by the federal laws.
Does federal labor laws super cede state labor laws?
According to the US Department of Labor, when federal and state labor laws conflict, the law that most benefits the employee the law that should be applied to the circumstances. That means that whenever both federal law and state law address the same issue, whichever law provides you the most protection is the one that will be applied to your situation.
Does federal government want laws to be the same throughout the country?
No, laws are federal, state, and local. Federal laws are designed to apply to all 50 states while state laws apply only to the state. Sometimes there is a conflict between state and federal. A good example of that would be the legalization of pot. States have legalized it, but federal laws still classify it as a class one drug. Some local governments have put restrictions on selling pot within city limits and growing of pot.
What is the deference between federal laws versus state laws?
Federal laws are passed by the US Congress and are adjudicated in the federal court system. State laws are passed by the individual state legislatures and are adjudicated within the state court system.
