Chapter 8-4

 Explain how state constitution are similar and different from national constitution.  Discuss the services the state government provides.  Describe how local government affect our daily lives.

State Constitution  They are longer and more detailed.  It looks like the U.S. Constitution (Preamble)  If a disagreement occurs, the U.S. Constitution PREVAILS  Provides framework for state government  Changing occurs 2 ways  Amendment occurs in State Senate or People can change by referendum

VotersCouncil Department Head Mayor VotersCouncilMayor Department Head

Both Education Police Maintain roads Local Government Firefighting Garbage collection Provide sewer + water Maintain hospitals Conduct safety inspection of buildings and restaurants State Operate State Park Regulate use of state owned land License Professionals License Drivers

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 Police and Fire protection are the responsibility of what government?  Local  Granting licenses to doctors, lawyers and teachers are the responsibility of what government?  State

 What government has the main responsibility for education?  State  What powers and freedoms to local government have?  Those that a state gives them  How do most state differ from the U.S. Constitution?  Most state constitutions are longer and detailed.

 Do you think that state and local government make an impact on your daily lives?  List some examples of how they help!