Dormant Commerce Clause

States may not discriminate against or unduly burden interstate commerce absent legitimate local purpose.

Related Federalism & State Power rules

• PreemptionFederal law preempts conflicting state law expressly or implicitly when Congress intends to occupy the field.
• Privileges & Immunities (Article IV)States cannot discriminate against nonresidents regarding fundamental economic activities without substantial…
• State Taxation of Interstate CommerceState taxes on interstate commerce must be nondiscriminatory and fairly related to services provided.

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