GOVT: Virginia State and Local Government

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Legislative, executive, and judicial branches (Virginia)

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The three branches of government in Virginia responsible for creating, enforcing, and interpreting laws.

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Constitution of Virginia

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The governing document that outlines the structure and function of the government of Virginia.

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Law-making process at state and local levels

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The procedure through which laws are proposed, debated, and enacted in Virginia's state and local governments.

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Counties

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Administrative divisions within the state of Virginia that have their own local governments.

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Independent cities

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Cities in Virginia that are not part of any county and operate as separate legal entities.

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Incorporated towns

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Towns in Virginia that have been granted a charter and have their own local government.

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Ordinances

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Local laws or regulations enacted by a city or town government.

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Elected council

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A group of officials elected to make decisions and govern at the local level in Virginia.

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City manager

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An appointed official responsible for the administration of a city's government.

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Board of supervisors

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The governing body of a county in Virginia, responsible for legislative and executive functions.