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The short answer is yes, but before it can pass a law they have to have the authority to do so. Congress can only pass a law if the United States Constitution has expressly given that area to them to control or regulate. Recently Congress has taken an expansive view of the Commerce Clause to regulate commerce between the states to expand their authority. The United States Constitution states that any powers not reserved for the federal government is provided to the states.
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Which happens if congress overrides the veto of the bill?
It becomes law.
Which happens if Congress overrides the veto of a bill?
It becomes law.
Which scenario is an accurate example of how branches of the federal government can check each other's power?
The president vetoes a law passed by Congress, but Congress overrides the veto with a two-thirds majority vote. (APEX)
State laws that overrides federal laws?
no state law overrides federal law. this is so, according to the supremacy clause found in article VI, paragraph 2 of the federal constitution.
which scenario is an accurate example of how branches of the federal government can check each other’s power?
The president vetoes a law passed by Congress, but Congress overrides the veto with a two-thirds majority vote. (APEX)
What did supremacy clause take from individual states?
The ability to enforce laws that contradict any federal law, treaty, or the constitution. If state law says 'A' and Congress passes a law that says 'B', or the US enters a treaty that says B, then the federal law overrides the state law.
Was congress given a veto on state legislation?
Congress does not concern itself with state law. However, states can not nullify federal law not can they pass laws that violate the US Constitution. The courts grant relief if the states pass improper legislation.
Consider the following sequence of events: Congress passes a law The President vetoes it Congress overrides the veto The law is appealed to the Supreme Court, which rules it unconstitutional What?
checks and balances
Does extradition refers to when a federal law supersedes or overrides a similar state law?
NO, it is preemtion
What happens if Congress overrides the veto of a bill?
If Congress overrides Presidential veto of a bill then it will become a law. A two-thirds or greater vote is needed in both the House and the Senate for this to happen.
What is the different between a state law and a federal law?
A state law is created by the state and only pertains to that single state. A federal law is created by the national government and is enforced throughout the whole nation. Federal law overrides state law.
Can congress pass an immigration law?
No
