preemption analysis

Preemption analysis is a process used to determine whether a newer law or regulation overrides or takes precedence over an existing one. In legal terms, it assesses if federal or higher authority laws preempt state or local laws, rendering the latter invalid or enforceable only within certain limits. This helps clarify which rules apply when different laws conflict. Essentially, preemption analysis ensures legal consistency by identifying which regulations should be followed when multiple laws could apply to a particular issue.