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13 Cards in this Set
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What is the purpose of government in Nevada?
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Government is for the protection, security, and benefit of the people. It may be altered or reformed for the public good.
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Does the Nevada Constitution protect religious worship?
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Yes.
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Who has supreme executive power in Nevada?
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The governor.
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How long are the terms for the governor, secretary of state, treasurer, controller, and attorney general?
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Four years.
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What are the duties of the secretary of state?
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To keep records of executive and legislative acts.
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Where is the state seat of government?
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Carson City.
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What type of county, town, or city debts may the state assume?
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Debts created to repel invasion, insurrection, or to provide public defense.
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What types of companies may the state donate or loan money to?
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Corporations formed for educational or charitable purposes.
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Which elected officials in Nevada may be impeached?
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The governor and all other elected officials except justices of the peace.
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When must initiatives proposing changes to statutes be filed with the secretary of state?
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At least 30 days before the regular session of the legislature.
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If the governor and lieutenant governor die, who acts as governor until the position is filled?
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President pro tempore of the senate.
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When can money be drawn from the state treasury?
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When appropriations are made by law.
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How can amendments to the state constitution be proposed?
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By the senate, house of representatives, or by initiative petition.
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