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Section 2

States Government

Chapter 16State and Local Government

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Main Idea

State governments, like the federal government, divide power among legislative, executive, and judicial branches. In terms of their structure and functions, these state branches mirror the branches of the federal government. Also like the federal government, state governments must find funding for expensive yet essential programs and services.

State Government

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Focus Questions1. What are graduated licensing systems?

2. What are the two types of state legislatures?

3. What is the title of the chief executive at the state level of government?

4. What are some other state executive branch offices?

5. What type of cases do state courts handle?

6. What are the two main types of taxes collected by state governments?

States and the National Government