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37 Cards in this Set
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When did Illinois become part of the union? |
In 1818 |
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What number was Illinois when it joined the union? |
It was the 21st state |
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When did Illinois present constitution become valid? |
In 1970 |
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How many Illinois Constitution as were there? |
Four including our present constitution |
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Explain the first state constitution. |
It was made in 1818. It's purpose was to prepare the state for a possible new constitution. This new constitution started December 3, 1818. Many weaknesses (no veto power, ineffective governor, wrong emphasis on legislative branch) |
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Explain the constitution of 1848 |
New convention was held in 1847 to discuss the new constitution. This new constitution had a stronger governor, had veto power, and there could be restrictions on the legislative branch. Gave more authority to the people. |
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Explain the third constitution made |
The constitutional convention was held in Springfield in 1869. This constitution was useful in the days when Illinois was about agriculture. When Illinois became more industrial, there was a need for a new constitution. |
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Explain the constitution of 1870 |
Many amendments were made from the third constitution to this one. One amendment was the court systems. The amending process was too slow so people wanted a new constitution. In 1967 the General assembly voted on a new constitution. This constitution was produced September 3, 1970. |
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Explain the four constitutional questions |
First question-the voters chose to choose the house of representatives from multimember districts. Second question-the voters chose to elect state judges. Third question-no elimination of death penalty Fourth question-to lower the voting age to 18 |
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Change from 1st constitutional question |
In 1980, the voters decided to amend the constitution to make single-member districts instead of multimember districts. |
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Where are all of our old constitutions held? |
In the archives building in Springfield Illinois |
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What happened at the constitutional convention of 1862? |
Tried to change the constitution of 1848. The suggestions were good, but people involved in the civil war had criticism. In the end, the voters rejected all the suggestions in this convention. |
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What happened at the constitutional convention of 1920 to 1922? |
This was called to modernize the constitution of 1870. This convention had suggestions like re-organizing the court systems, improve taxing methods, home rule for Chicago, representatives for cook county more in accordance with its population. Some people favored these provisions while others did not. |
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List some of the new provisions in the 1970 Constitution |
* The preamble from the past and present are somewhat the same, but the new one brings the responsibility of the state government and the duty of safeguarding the health of people and eliminating poverty. * The bill of rights now broadens the rights of the citizens by stating that every person no matter what color race national background or sex is to be protected against discrimination in getting a job or in selling or renting property women are to be given the same rights as men under the law the handicapped are also to be free from discrimination in housing and employment unrelated to ability it condemns communications and that insulting or insisting hostility toward A person because he or she is a member of any particular religion race or national background it requires that sentences in criminal cases be given both on the seriousness of the offense and also with the aim of restoring an offender to useful life it expands guarantees against unreasonable searches to include freedom from unreasonable electronic eaves dropping and invasion of privacy and gives citizens the right to keep and bear arms subject to regulation by law to safeguard the country
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Important changes in the functioning of the state government |
The governor and lieutenant governor are elected as a team. The governors veto power is extended by allowing the governor to reduce expenditure items in laws passed by the general assembly. The governor and other state officials are also to be elected in the even numbered nonpresidential years. In the event that both the governor and lieutenant governor died the office of governor would be filled in turn by the Attorney General followed by the Secretary of State. |
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Superintendent of public instruction and Board of Education |
The office of superintendent of public instruction became an appointed to rather than elective office. The new state wide board of education is given the duty of a pointed the chief state educational officer. |
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What is home rule? |
Home rule is the units of local government can do many things within their boundaries by their own decision rather than having to have special permission from the General assembly |
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Article dealing with taxes. |
The state has the power to raise any unnecessary taxes subject to the limitations placed in the constitution. One limitation is that the state income tax must be a flat tax rate not graduated. There must be a ratio of 8 to 5 on taxes. County is having a population over 200,000 may have real estate taxes. This means the homes for instance maybe taxed at a lower rate than property of business that make money on the land and property they own. |
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Environment article |
This article emphasizes that the state in the citizens have the job of keeping a healthy environment |
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The amendment process |
There must be a 3/5 vote to pass an amendment. The same for holding constitutional convention. Every 20 years, There must be a question of calling the constitutional convention. Many voters do not like the constitutional convention however. The language of the constitution is less difficult and easier to understand. |
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True or false: the Illinois Constitution is longer in content then the US Constitution |
True. Most state constitutions are longer in contact than the US Constitution |
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True or false: states make their constitution based on the US Constitution. |
True |
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True or false: states make their constitution based on the US Constitution. |
True |
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What does the Illinois constitution make clear |
That the constitution is divided into a legislative, executive, and judicial branch |
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Compare Illinois and US Constitution |
Powers of two become clearer. In the US, there is mention of treaties and post office is. In the Illinois, there is mention of education and local government. State constitutions deal with powers of the state |
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Compare Illinois and US Constitution |
Powers of two become clearer. In the US, there is mention of treaties and post office is. In the Illinois, there is mention of education and local government. State constitutions deal with powers of the state |
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Explain some differences from the US and state constitutions |
Illinois include details of specific provisions. US is a statement of broad principles some detailed specifications. Illinois outlines government and has many items ranging from provisions on protecting the environment, debt limits on school, and public transportation |
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True or false; the Illinois Constitution does not include a Bill of Rights |
False. Article one is titled bill of rights. |
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How many articles are in the Illinois Constitution |
There are 14 articles in the US Constitution. |
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Where do the amendments show up on the Illinois Constitution |
Instead of being added on at the end like the US Constitution, the amendments for the Illinois Constitution replace the section that is being amended. |
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What is a schedule in constitution terms |
A schedule in the constitution is a series of provisions aimed at the facilitating the operation of the constitution, or the change from one constitution to another |
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Explain the transition schedule |
Provided the change from the 1870 Constitution to the 1970 Constitution. It also told about the changes and how they were made, specific dates when pro visions became effective, |
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Give an example of the transition schedule provisions |
When the constitution went into effect, the former magistrates in circuit courts became associate judges in the circuit courts. This cleared up the matter what would happen to the people in circuit courts. |
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Explain the adoption schedule in the Illinois Constitution |
This was the changes that were made in the body of the constitution depending on the voting on the constitution and other propositions. |
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When was the Illinois constitution adopted and ratified |
Adopted: September 3, 1970 in Springfield. Ratified: December 15, 1970 and went into effect July 1, 1971 |
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Explain the preamble of the Illinois Constitution |
The preamble states "we, the people of the state of Illinois-grateful to Almighty God for the civil, political and religious liberty which he has permitted us to enjoy and seeking his blessing upon our endeavors-In order to provide for the health, safety and welfare of the people, maintain a representative in orderly government; eliminate poverty and inequality; or share legal social and economic justice; provide the individual; ensure domestic tranquility; secure the blessings of freedom and liberty to ourselves and our posterity-do ordain and establish this Constitution for the state of Illinois |
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Explain article 1 of the Illinois constitution and each of its sections |
Article 1: Bill of Rights Section 1-inherent and in alienable rights Section 2-due process and equal protection. Section 3-religious freedom. Section 4-freedom of speech. Section 5-right to assemble and petition. Section 6-searches seizures privacy and interceptions. Section 7-indictment and preliminary hearing Section 8-right after indictment Section 8.1- crime victims rights Section 9-bail in habeas corpus Section 10-self incrimination and double jeopardy Section 11-limitation on penalties after conviction. Section 12-right to remedy and justice Section 13-trial by jury Section 14-imprisonment for debt Section 15-right of eminent domain Section 16-X post facto law's and impairing contracts Section 17-no discrimination in employment and the sale or rental of property Section 18-no discrimination on the basis of sex Section 19-no discrimination against the handicapped Section 20-individual dignity Section 21-quartering of soldiers Section 22-right to arms. Section 23-fundamental principles. Section 24-rights retained |
