Question \#22 of 60 Regarding police power, all of the following are true EXCEPT A) police power originates at the federal level. B) the use and enjoyment of property is subject to restrictions, including environmental protection laws, authorized by enabling acts. C) police power is vested in a state to establish legislation to preserve order. D) a state's police power is passed on to municipalities through legislation called enabling acts.

To solve this question, we need to analyze each option regarding police power and identify which statement is not true. A) **Police power originates at the federal level.** - This statement is false. Police power is primarily a state power, not a federal one. States have the authority to enact laws to promote the health, safety, and welfare of their citizens. B) **The use and enjoyment of property is subject to restrictions, including environmental protection laws, authorized by enabling acts.** - This statement is true. States can impose restrictions on property use through laws, including environmental regulations, which are often established through enabling acts. C) **Police power is vested in a state to establish legislation to preserve order.** - This statement is true. Police power allows states to enact laws to maintain public order and safety. D) **A state's police power is passed on to municipalities through legislation called enabling acts.** - This statement is true. States can delegate certain powers to municipalities through enabling acts, allowing local governments to exercise police power. Based on this analysis, the correct answer is: **A) police power originates at the federal level.**