State Government
Interstate Compact
Definition
A formal agreement between two or more states to address shared issues like water rights, transportation, or elections. Congressional consent is required only for compacts that increase state power relative to the federal government; many operate without it.
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Common Questions
- What does "Interstate Compact" mean?
- A formal agreement between two or more states to address shared issues like water rights, transportation, or elections. Congressional consent is required only for compacts that increase state power relative to the federal government; many operate without it.
- What terms are related to interstate compact?
- Related terms include: State Legislature. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for interstate compact.