State Regulation

What Is Lost During State Implementation of Federal Law?

What Is Lost During State Implementation of Federal Law?

Scholar analyzes the problems of unwritten state law implementing federal programs.

State Laws Neglect the Needs of Automated Vehicles

State Laws Neglect the Needs of Automated Vehicles

Scholars analyze state driving laws and suggest reforms to regulate automated vehicles.

The Wild World of Wildlife Conservation Funding

The Wild World of Wildlife Conservation Funding

As traditional revenue sources decline, state wildlife agencies are on the hunt for new funding solutions.

How States Can Improve Contraceptive Access

How States Can Improve Contraceptive Access

A recent report proposes state-level reforms to allow pharmacists to prescribe contraceptives.

Giving the Power of Preemption to Private Business

Giving the Power of Preemption to Private Business

Florida lawmakers create a pathway for companies to challenge local regulations that affect profits.

The Regulation of Black Families

The Regulation of Black Families

The United States should replace its current family surveillance system with one that improves children’s welfare.

Arguments Against a “Statutory Second Amendment”

Arguments Against a “Statutory Second Amendment”

Scholar argues that state laws preempting local gun regulation hinder progress.

Drawing the Line with Gerrymandering

Drawing the Line with Gerrymandering

Experts discuss the regulation of partisan and racial gerrymandering.

Reforming Health Care for Patients in Prison

Reforming Health Care for Patients in Prison

Scholars discuss the lack of uniform standards for health care provided behind bars.

Piercing the Lawyers’ Monopoly

Piercing the Lawyers’ Monopoly

Scholars argue that state trial judges should lead efforts to deregulate legal representation.

Paying the Price of Regulating Childcare

Paying the Price of Regulating Childcare

Scholars argue that increased regulation in the childcare industry has unintended consequences.

Stomping Out the Spotted Lanternfly

Stomping Out the Spotted Lanternfly

The battle against the spotted lanternfly is hobbled by regulatory challenges.