Field preemption occurs when a higher level of government occupies a specific area of law or regulation, effectively preventing lower levels of government from enacting or enforcing conflicting laws within that field. This principle is often applied in contexts where federal laws are designed to be comprehensive, thereby leaving no room for state or local legislation in the same area. Field preemption can impact various policy areas such as immigration, environmental regulations, and labor laws.
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