Guaranties as to person and property

The United States is composed of 48 sovereign States, each State having its individual constitution and laws. Yet no State may discriminate against the rights and privileges of the citizen of any other State as to person or property. Among these guaranties are - Opportunity for education and individual improvement. Unrestricted possession of property. Joint rights to interstate commerce, communication, and transportation. Public utilities. Freedom of residence and choice of occupation. Care or protection on the high seas or abroad through passport privileges and international law.