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Why is the Marbury V. Madison case so important?

The case took place in 1803, and the Supreme Court ruled that it could declare any act by Congress unconstitutional if the act violates or is inconsistent with the U.S. Constitution. The next case that would declare an act of Congress unconstitutional would not come about until 1857. The case, Dred Scott v. Sandford, was an attempt to establish the Missouri Compromise. In the 20th century, it became more common for the courts to strike down acts of Congress.

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Why was the Third Amendment created?

Although British authorities forcibly quartered troops in colonial dwellings during the French and Indian War from 1754 to 1763, the first official British Quartering Act was in 1765. It authorized the housing of British troops in American barracks, public houses, inns, stables and other structures. The Quartering Act of 1774 expanded on the policy, allowing British troops to also occupy private homes. It was one of the so-called Intolerable Acts that incited the colonists to open rebellion. In the U.S. Declaration of Independence, British quartering of troops was specifically listed as one of..

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What are the responsibilities of the House of Representatives?

Since it is the responsibility of the House of Representatives to represent public interest, it is sometimes referred to as "the people's house." In theory, their loyalty to the people is sustained by a short re-election cycle of just 2 years.The number of congressmen or women representing each state is proportionate to each state's population. As a result, states with small populations, such as Alaska and Vermont, have only one representative each, whereas California has 54. The maximum number of congressmen or women with voting rights in the House of Representatives has been capped..

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How do you get fuel assistance in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire's Fuel Assistance Program is part of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. New Hampshire's Office of Energy and Planning oversees the program in the state, and forms contracts with Community Action Agencies who actually carry out most of the work, including signing new people up for the program. The county branches include those of Belknap and Merrimack Counties, Rockingham County, Hillsborough County and Cheshire and Sullivan Counties. Many of the county branches have their own websites where you can find out..

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Who issues a traffic ticket?

A ticket, also called a traffic citation, can be in three forms: parking, infraction traffic or misdemeanor traffic. During a citation, a law officer typically asks for an individual's driver's license, car registration papers and insurance documents. In some instances, a person may be required by the enforcer to step out of the vehicle.

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When are SSI checks mailed out?

With rare exceptions, recipients who applied for SSI benefits after March 1, 2013, are required to receive their benefits electronically. Those payments are delivered on the same schedule as mailed payments. Social Security benefit payments are made on a different schedule based on the recipient’s birth date. Those born from the 1st through the 10th of the month receive payment on the second Wednesday of each month, and those born from the 11th through the 20th receive payment on the third Wednesday of each month. Those born on other dates receive payment on the fourth Wednesday of each mont..

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How big is a parallel parking space?

The size of a parallel parking spot depends on multiple things, including the location of the car parked in front of and behind the desired spot. Sometimes a space can be very small and harder to parallel park, whereas other cars could leave more space, making it significantly easier to parallel park. Use caution while parallel parking in any-sized space to avoid injury or damage, paying special consideration to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

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What groups of people are eligible to receive help under the CARES program?

In order to see what groups of people qualify for the CARE program, go to the PGE website and click on the Program Guidelines link for income guidelines. For example, a two-person household's gross annual income cannot exceed $31,860 as of 2015. If income restrictions are met, customers can submit an application either online or through the mail. Once the application is approved, the CARE discount will apply within two billing cycles.

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What is a U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer?

A Chief Petty Officer possesses expanded powers and responsibilities over ranks that fall that below it. Responsibilities include training junior officers and overseeing the sailors and petty officers in his division. The rank affords him significant benefits above those received by Petty Officers or enlisted sailors, such as private living quarters and use of the chief's mess. Chief Petty Officers are usually promoted from Petty Officer First Class, but can be promoted from lower paygrades depending on demonstrated leadership and experience.

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How many electors does each state have?

The total number of electors in the Electoral College is 538. As of 2015, the state with the largest number of electors is California with 55. California has two senators and 53 representatives in the House. The 26th Amendment also grants three electors to Washington, D.C. Additional, states with only three electors are Alaska, Delaware, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Vermont and Wyoming.

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