This project identifies a series of 84 actionable steps for government at all levels to improve and align drug policy in the United States.

This article examines state legislation from 2021–2022 that addresses public health authority, focusing on laws introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and their impact on future emergency health measures.

This study examines laws that authorize or require courts to prohibit offenders subject to domestic violence restraining orders (DVROs) and temporary restraining orders (TROs) from purchasing and possessing firearms (“firearm prohibitor” laws).

This report presents legal recommendations for improving U.S. COVID-19 policy, addressing topics like pandemic preparedness, health care access, and equitable governance to mitigate future crises.

This article reviews bans on specific firearms and ammunition, such as semiautomatic assault weapons, highlighting mixed evidence on their effectiveness in reducing gun-related harm. Insufficient evidence supports their use as public health measures.

This article evaluates the effectiveness of community water fluoridation (CWF) in reducing tooth decay in children, showing a 30-50% reduction in dental caries. CWF is endorsed as a cost-effective, safe intervention for oral health.

This article examines the negative impact of juvenile offenders being transferred to adult criminal courts, showing increased recidivism, violence, and mental health issues among youth processed in adult systems.

This article highlights evidence linking the Minimum Legal Drinking Age of 21 to reductions in alcohol consumption and alcohol-related crashes, showcasing it as a key public health intervention.

This article highlights evidence linking the Minimum Legal Drinking Age of 21 to reductions in alcohol consumption and alcohol-related crashes, showcasing it as a key public health intervention.

This article evaluates Child Access Prevention (CAP) laws for firearms, which impose penalties for unsafe storage. Current evidence remains insufficient to validate CAP laws as public health interventions to reduce gun-related injuries and deaths.

This article discusses the impact of workplace smoking bans on reducing the incidence of acute myocardial infarction (AMI), providing evidence that these policies effectively lower health risks linked to smoking and secondhand smoke exposure.

This article reviews the effectiveness of waiting period laws for gun permits. While aiming to reduce gun-related harms, current research has insufficient evidence to determine their effectiveness as public health interventions.

This article reviews ignition interlock programs aimed at reducing drunk-driving recidivism. While short-term effectiveness is noted, further research is needed to confirm its impact on reducing recidivism and improving public health outcomes.

This article discusses the effectiveness of gun registration and licensing requirements in reducing gun violence, exploring evidence and legal frameworks around firearms and gun violence. The impact remains uncertain due to inconsistent findings.

This article reviews the effect of universal motorcycle helmet laws on increasing helmet use and reducing fatalities and injuries. Universal laws are shown to be effective, while partial laws have minimal impact.