The difference between the Texas Constitution allowing for a Railroad Commission to regulate railroads and the U.S. Constitution not mentioning such a commission is an example of federalism. Federalism refers to the division of powers between the national and state governments, allowing states to create their own laws and regulations, which can differ from federal laws.
The Texas Constitution has an amendment that allows a Railroad Commission to regulate railroads and their shipping rates in Texas. The U.S. Constitution does not mention a Railroad Commission. This difference between state and national documents is an example of which constitutional principle?(1 point)
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federalism
federalism
separation of powers
separation of powers
limited government
limited government
checks and balances
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