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Which statements are true regarding the role of states in writing medical laws? Check all that apply.
States can write laws that trump federal laws.
States can write laws that meet the specific needs of their residents.
States can write laws that are different from each other.
States can write laws that violate the federal constitution.
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Select the true statements:
- States can write laws that meet the specific needs of their residents. (True)
- States can write laws that are different from each other. (True)
Why the others are false:
- States cannot write laws that “trump” federal laws when the two conflict. Under the Constitution’s Supremacy Clause, valid federal law preempts conflicting state law. (There are limits and nuances to preemption, but a direct conflict is resolved in favor of federal law.)
- States cannot write laws that violate the U.S. Constitution (federal Constitution). Such state laws are invalid and can be struck down by the courts.
- States can write laws that meet the specific needs of their residents. (True)
- States can write laws that are different from each other. (True)
Why the others are false:
- States cannot write laws that “trump” federal laws when the two conflict. Under the Constitution’s Supremacy Clause, valid federal law preempts conflicting state law. (There are limits and nuances to preemption, but a direct conflict is resolved in favor of federal law.)
- States cannot write laws that violate the U.S. Constitution (federal Constitution). Such state laws are invalid and can be struck down by the courts.
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