Steate soverignty

Sirs,
I believe one of the best way to strengthen our nation is to have each state be
responsible for matters best handled at the state level with minimal intrusion
by Federal authorities.

Making such changes is a monumental task, one that requires a strong concerted
effort to overcome the great resistance by the Federal government.

But the time may be right as over twenty states are challenging the new health care
legislation passed by Congress, something I do not believed ever occurred at this
level.

I believe only with the unified effort of the National Governor's Association (NGA)
and a strong grassroots demand such important changes can occur.

These are a few of the changes I think will reduce the power of the Federal government
and strengthen the authority of the states

First, the Federal government should not be able to withhold Federal money designated
for the states based on criteria established by agencies. Each state should determine
standards for education, transportation, energy or other areas best managed at the state
level..


Second, Federal lands within states, except for national parks and military installations will be deeded to the states.
The states MUST stop the Federal govt from taking state land to "protect" the environment or for whatever other
reason is presented.

Third, some of the self-governing power Congress has, such as term limits, compensation, district boundaries should
also be determined by the states.

States should no longer have to be dependent on the Federal govt for sources of funds...as it is the citizens and
business in the states that provide them.

I hope the NGA places a priority on reversing the encroaching intrusion on state sovereignty and individual rights.

Regards,
Anthony Bruno
Cary, NC