Federal
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-002063
Relating to a system of government where power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units, such as states or provinces. In the United States, this division of power is outlined in the Constitution, granting specific powers to the national government and reserving others to the states. Federal laws and regulations apply nationwide, superseding conflicting state laws under the Supremacy Clause.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-002063 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
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