Why the Arkansas Ban on Medical Care for Transgender Kids Is Unconstitutional
The recently enacted medical ban targets transgender kids and violates the Equal Protection Clause.
Mismatched Gender Markers on State ID Cards
Scholar argues for simpler processes to change gender on identification cards.
Are Vegan “Butter” and “Meat” Labels Protected as Free Speech?
U.S. courts seem to recognize plant-based companies’ constitutional right to use meat and dairy advertising terms.
Pennsylvania’s Misguided Sentencing Risk-Assessment Reform
New risk-forecasting tool reinforces racial disparities and emphasizes future risk in criminal sentencing.
Putting the Brakes on Federal Transportation Regulation
Policy experts argue that the U.S. Department of Transportation’s regulatory role should be reduced.
Using VSLs in State and Local COVID-19 Policy
VSLs can serve as a foundational tool for policymakers at all levels of governance amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Abortion Restrictions After June Medical Services
A concurring opinion leaves the standard for determining the constitutionality of abortion restrictions in doubt.
Co-Producing Safe Farmers Markets During COVID-19
State and local governments should embrace farmers market managers’ input on food regulation during the pandemic.
The Health-Sharing Duck
Health care sharing ministries seem similar to traditional health insurance, but they evade the scrutiny of federal and state regulators.
State-Level Marijuana Regulation
As states legalize marijuana, regulators must determine how to oversee its use.
Regulating Sports Betting After Murphy v. NCAA
After a 2018 Supreme Court case, the laboratories of democracy are busy experimenting with sports betting.