Alexander hamilton strongly supported a pro-federalist interpretation of the constitution. he supported greater federal powers at the expense of the states' powers. which of these is a result of hamilton's federalist beliefs?
a. establishing the first national bank of the united states as a way to manage money across state borders
b. establishing the department of the interior to manage government lands and set up national parks
c. the supreme court ruling that the rights of the states held more authority over federal law
d. the creation of the department of the treasury and the elevation of the secretary of the treasury to a cabinet level position

a. Establishing the first national bank of the United States as a way to manage money across state borders

As the first Secretary of Treasury, under President Washington, Hamilton was asked by Congress to create a plan for the adequate support of the public credit. Hamilton outlined his plans in four notable reports (1790-91).

One of the measures he advocated was the establishment of a national bank to stabilize and improve the nation's credit. Hamilton held that the government had the right to charter a national bank as a means to regulate the currency, and it was necessary because:

After being persuaded by Hamilton's arguments, the Congress and Washington approved the charter bank on February 25, 1791, and the construction of the First National Bank began.

-an amendment is proposed.

-two-thirds of congress must approve.

-thee-quarters of states must approve.

-the proposed amendment becomes law.

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