MHynes_Impact+of+Congress

1. Standard time is set by the federal government.

2. Cotton and wool programs are run by the department of agriculture.

3. Coffee beans imported through federal trade agreements.

4. Federal egg and meat inspections help to ensure that food is safe.

5. Most newspapers are now recycled thanks to industry efforts.

6. Milk is required to have a freshness date due to government standards.

7. Garbage goes to an environmentally safe landfill.

8. Theres a major government role in funding for our roads and highways.

9. Cities can get federal funds for bike lanes.

10. Federal emmisions standards have dramatically reduced pollution from car exhaust.

11. Traffic safety laws are set by state and local government.

12. Federal and state governments provide extra subsides to mass transit.

13. It was Congress' decision that we have seat belts and airbags.

14. Car insurance is overseen by the state.

15. The state requires and exam to get your license.

16. Government sets safe speed limits.

17. Federal government provides copyright protections for music.

18. The GPS was designed by the Department of Defense.

19. Cosmetics are monitered so that they are non toxic and are safe.

20. Medications are developed with help from the extensive federal health research.

21. Safe drinking water provided by local government.

22. Fabrics are tested for safety by Consumer Product Safety Commission.

23. Nutritional labeling printed on food.

24. Funds for teacher salaries come from local and state government.

25. Public school teachers must be certified by the state.

26. Federal fruit classification and grading program.

27. Research for best educational techniques.

28. There are state curriculum requirements.

29. Standardized competency tests in key subjects are required by the state.

30. Funds provided by congress help reduce class sizes.

31. Federal funds for school libraries and library media centers.

32. Today about 75% of student financial aid are provided by the federal government.

33. Grants provided by the National Science Foundation help equip science labs and train teachers.

34. Programs passed by Congress to help reduce student drug use.

35. State school cafeteria health regulations.