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Topic 5 – Structure & Functions of the Federal Government
#14 – Law & public policy are created & implemented by 3 branches of government; each functions with its own set of powers & responsibilities
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laws Rules that people must follow Recognized as binding
Enforced by a government
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Public Policy Consists of institutional actions & procedures pursued by a gov’t. in carrying out its functions
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Constitutional roles for each of the 3 branches of gov’t.
Legislative Branch (Congress) consisting of the House of Representatives & the U.S. Senate makes the laws
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Constitutional roles for each of the 3 branches of gov’t.
Executive Branch (President) consisting of the President’s Cabinet & all of the executive agencies enforces the laws
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Constitutional roles for each of the 3 branches of gov’t.
Judicial Branch (Courts) consisting of the U.S. Supreme Court & all of the federal courts interprets the laws
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Actions/procedures for each of the 3 branches of gov’t
Actions/procedures for each of the 3 branches of gov’t. in establishing public policy Legislative Branch – conducts oversight investigations; institutes impeachment proceedings; approves treaties & the federal budget; passes resolutions
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Actions/procedures for each of the 3 branches of gov’t
Actions/procedures for each of the 3 branches of gov’t. in establishing public policy Executive Branch – makes rules/regulations; proposes the federal budget; recognizes foreign nations; issues executive orders
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Actions/procedures for each of the 3 branches of gov’t
Actions/procedures for each of the 3 branches of gov’t. in establishing public policy Judicial Branch – Issues writs of certiorari; establishes judicial procedures; sentences offenders; accepts amicus curiae briefs; utilizes judicial review
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Topic 5 (#14) IN-class activity
Directions - Individually (1 extra credit pt.) or in groups of 2, students will create (electronic or by hand) a table/chart illustrating all of the following for each branch of government… Who comprises each branch Major power/responsibility for each branch Major public policy responsibilities for each branch At least one specific current example of a public policy initiative undertaken by each branch Assessment – 15pts. Content – 12pts. (4x3) Effort/Creativity – 3pts.
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