under our constitution which powers belong to the states

Under the U.S. Constitution, powers belonging to the states are those that are not delegated to the federal government nor prohibited to the states, as stated in the Tenth Amendment. These are called "reserved powers." States have the authority to regulate issues concerning local matters including education, health care, public safety, and welfare. They can establish and maintain local governments, regulate commerce within the state, tax and spend funds, manage property and natural resources, and create and enforce state laws. States also have the power to set up their own justice systems, maintain highways, regulate industries, and oversee public benefits programs. While states exercise broad powers within their borders, federal law prevails if there is a conflict due to the Supremacy Clause in the Constitution. States' powers therefore constitute all authorities not explicitly granted to the federal government, allowing states to address local needs and concerns directly.