ProGov21 Policy Library

Preemption laws often hinder local governments from addressing critical public health, equity, and economic challenges. The report explores how "new preemption" disproportionately impacts marginalized communities by undermining local efforts to establish policies such as paid sick...

State-level preemptions and outdated legal frameworks often limit local governments' ability to address modern challenges, undermining their democratic authority and fiscal stability. This report outlines updated principles of home rule that advocate for local governments to have...