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Differences

What is different among local, state, and federal governments?

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How are local, state, and federal governments different? Study the slides below to review the roles and responsibilities for each level of government.

Local Government

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  • Mayor
  • City council/commission
  • Local courts
  • City or town hall
  • Makes city laws
  • Enforces city laws
  • Interprets city laws

State Government

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  • Governor
  • State senate and house of representatives
  • State supreme court
  • State capitol building
  • Makes laws for the state
  • Enforces state laws
  • Interprets state laws

Federal Government

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  • President of the United States
  • Senate and House of Representatives
  • Federal Supreme Court
  • Commander-in-Chief
  • White House
  • U.S. Capitol Building
  • Makes laws for the country
  • Enforces laws for the country
  • Interprets laws based on the U.S. Constitution