This lesson focuses on the basic concepts of federalism and lawmaking.  It explores powers reserved to the states and those given to the federal government through discussion and a “Claim your Powers” activity.  It also reviews the federal and Minnesota constitutional amendment process and the legislative lawmaking processes.  Students are introduced to federalism and lawmaking through a instructional video.

Federalism and Lawmaking Powerpoint

Federalism and Lawmaking Claim Your Powers State v. Federal Government

 

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©By Aleida Ortega and Ryan Conners, University of Minnesota Law School Students, Street Law course, Spring 2012. Permission granted for classroom use.