| A | B |
|---|
| inherent powers | naturally given to any government |
| expressed powers | powers specifically listed in the Constitution |
| implied powers | powers suggested by the expressed powers |
| Elastic clause | allows Congress to expand its authority |
| reserved powers | powers that the state or people have |
| concurrent powers | powers held by both the state and federal governments |
| revenue sharing | distribution of government money |
| grants-in-aid | money or resources the federal government provides for state activities |
| categorical grants | federal government payment for a specific activity |
| block grant | federal funds used in a broadly defined area |
| federal mandates | requirements the federal government imposes |
| enabling act | allows a territory to draft a state constitution |
| act of admission | makes a territory a state |
| civil law | laws dealing with relationships among individuals |
| criminal law | laws which forbid certain actions |
| extradition | sending a criminal back to the state where he/she fled |
| interstate compact | formal agreement between 2 states to operate mutual programs |
