"Reserved powers" refers to powers that are not specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution. The Tenth Amendment gives these powers to the states.
What are reserved powers of the states?
Powers Reserved to the States
- ownership of property.
- education of inhabitants.
- implementation of welfare and other benefits programs and distribution of aid.
- protecting people from local threats.
- maintaining a justice system.
- setting up local governments such as counties and municipalities.
What are the 5 reserved powers?
This includes the power to coin money, to regulate commerce, to declare war, to raise and maintain armed forces, and to establish a Post Office. In all, the Constitution delegates 27 powers specifically to the federal government.
