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Creation of U.S. Government

By sararhoden@pamlicoschools.org
  • Declaration of Independence

    Declaration of Independence

    States the principles on which our government, and our identity as Americans, are based.
  • The Treasury System Was Reorganized

    The Treasury System Was Reorganized

    Congress created an Auditor, Office of Comptroller, Office of Treasurer and two Chambers of Accounts.
  • Virginia bill for establishing religious freedom

    Virginia bill for establishing religious freedom

    Its a statement about both freedom of conscience and the principle of separation of church and state.
  • Constitution of the United States

    Constitution of the United States

    The supreme law of the land, establishing the structure of the government and the rights of US citizens
  • Federalist Papers

    Federalist Papers

    A series of eighty-five essays urging the citizens of New York to ratify the new United States Constitution
  • The Fifth Act of Congress

    The Fifth Act of Congress

    Congress established the United States Customs Service
  • Federal Judiciary Act

    Federal Judiciary Act

    Established the structure and jurisdiction of the federal court system and created the position of attorney general
  • Bill Of Rights

    Bill Of Rights

    The first 10 Amendments to the Constitution
  • First U.S. veterans pension law

    First U.S. veterans pension law

    Provided benefits to soldiers, sailors, and officers who were injured or disabled in the service of the colonies
  • Copyright Act

    Copyright Act

    Protects original works of authorship including literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works
  • Indian Trade Acts

    Indian Trade Acts

    The first law to regulate trade between Native Americans and colonists
  • The Revenue Act

    The Revenue Act

    Taxed imports, provided for a direct land tax, and imposed a tax of 3% on individual incomes over $800