Asked by Kaylee Mickelson on May 31, 2024
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What is the Supremacy Clause in the Constitution?
Supremacy Clause
A clause in the United States Constitution stating that federal law is the supreme law of the land, taking precedence over state laws and constitutions when there is conflict.
- Gain an understanding of the constitutional principles underpinning federalism, focusing on the roles of the Supremacy Clause, the Tenth Amendment, and the categorization into enumerated, reserved, and concurrent powers.
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Casandra FrancoisMay 31, 2024
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The Supremacy Clause is Article VI of the Constitution; it states that when the national and state governments conflict, the national laws shall supersede the state laws.
The Supremacy Clause is Article VI of the Constitution; it states that when the national and state governments conflict, the national laws shall supersede the state laws.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the constitutional principles underpinning federalism, focusing on the roles of the Supremacy Clause, the Tenth Amendment, and the categorization into enumerated, reserved, and concurrent powers.