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.
Expressed powers
The Constitution states that expressed powers are the federal governments.
Enumerated/Delegated Powers - Powers given only to the federal government. Reserved Powers - Powers reserved for state governments only. Concurrent Powers - Powers shared between the state and federal governments. Implied Powers - Powers that Congress has that ARE NOT specifically listed in the Constitution. Expressed Powers (almost like Enumerated/Delegated) - Powers of Congress that ARE specifically listed in the Constitution.
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Reserved powers
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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.
Reserved powers
Reserved powers
In the US, the Federal government's powers are derived by the US Constitution. Taking this back a step, it was the states that created the Constitution. At its beginning, however, the source of the US Federal governments powers are derived from the citizens of the USA.