New Preemption as a Tool of Structural Racism: Implications for Racial Health Inequities
Abstract
Preemption is a substantial threat to achieving racial equity. Since 2011, states have increasingly preempted local governments from enacting policies that can improve health and reduce racial inequities such as increasing minimum wage and requiring paid leave.
Publication Title
The Journal of law, medicine & ethics : a journal of the American Society of Law, Medicine & Ethics
Recommended Citation
Melton-Fant, Courtnee, "New Preemption as a Tool of Structural Racism: Implications for Racial Health Inequities" (2022). Health Systems Management and Policy Division Faculty Publications. 61.
https://digitalcommons.memphis.edu/health-systems-mgmt-policy-div-facpubs/61