federal and state legislation

Federal legislation refers to laws enacted by the national government, specifically Congress, which applies to the entire country. Examples include laws on immigration, taxes, and civil rights. State legislation, on the other hand, consists of laws made by individual state governments, focusing on local issues like education, transportation, and public safety. Each state has its own legislature that creates laws, which apply only within that state. While federal law can set a national standard, states can implement laws that address their unique needs, as long as they don’t conflict with federal laws.