When an Appeal Is Filed with the U

question 25

Multiple Choice

When an appeal is filed with the U.S.Supreme Court,the Supreme Court

• A)must hear the case if the validity of a federal statute is in question.
• B)must hear the case if two or more U.S. courts of appeals have decided the legal issue differently.
• C)has discretion as to which cases it hears.
• D)must hear all cases.

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Definitions:

Individual Mandate

A requirement for individuals to have health insurance or face penalties, aimed at ensuring broader coverage and sharing of healthcare costs.

Affordable Care Act

Landmark health reform legislation passed in 2010 aimed at increasing health insurance quality and affordability, also known as Obamacare.

Taxing Clause

The taxing clause is a provision in a legal document or statute that grants a governing body the authority to impose taxes on individuals, corporations, or other entities.

Federal Law

Laws created and enforced by the federal government of a country, applicable nationwide.