TEKS: Chapter 113. Social Studies See All Teacher Resources

113.41.c.19

(19) Government. The student understands changes over time in the role of government. The student is expected to:

• (A) evaluate the impact of New Deal legislation on the historical roles of state and federal government;
• (B) explain constitutional issues raised by federal government policy changes during times of significant events, including World War I, the Great Depression, World War II, the 1960s, and 9/11;
• (C) describe the effects of political scandals, including Teapot Dome, Watergate, and Bill Clinton's impeachment, on the views of U.S. citizens concerning trust in the federal government and its leaders;
• (D) discuss the role of contemporary government legislation in the private and public sectors such as the Community Reinvestment Act of 1977, USA PATRIOT Act of 2001, and the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009; and
• (E) evaluate the pros and cons of U.S. participation in international organizations and treaties.