Delegation of powers, in U.S. constitutional law, the transfer of a specific authority by one of the three branches of government (executive, legislative, and judicial) to another branch or to an independent agency.
A delegated power is a power given to the national government. An example is coining money, declaring war, and making treaties with other nations. A reserved power is a power specifically reserved to the states. Powers include setting up local governments and determining the speed limit.
