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State and Local Government

Virginia SOL GOVT.10

Explain the organization and powers of state and local governments.

Study GOVT.10 with SOL PrepBack to Grade 12 - Virginia and United States Government

What students need to be able to do

  • Analyze legislative, executive, and judicial branches of state and local governments.
  • Explain the law-making process at the state and local levels.
  • Examine the structure and powers of local governments (county, city, and town).
  • Analyze the relationship between state and local governments and the roles of regional authorities, governing boards, and commissions.
  • Compare partisan and nonpartisan offices.
  • Investigate and explain ways individuals and groups exert influence on state and local governments.