Federal powers are those rights and authorities granted specifically to the central government within a nation. These powers are outlined in a constitution or other governing document.
Related terms
Enumerated Powers: Enumerated powers are specific powers granted exclusively to the federal government by the U.S. Constitution.
Implied Powers: Implied powers refer to those authorities not explicitly stated in the Constitution but reasonably inferred from its provisions.
Reserved Powers: Reserved powers are those held by individual states according to the Tenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.