What word expresses the idea that a state could declare that federal legislation unconstitutional and could disregard it?

Answer 1

DrBob222.. Don't reply if you aren't gonna answer it(:

Answer 2

Jane, I apologize but the devil made me do it. I think the word you're looking for is "nullify". Here are a couple of links to read.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nullification_%28U.S._Constitution%29

http://www.cato.org/publications/commentary/yes-states-can-nullify-some-federal-laws-not-all