Publications

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    State Nonmedical Cannabis Laws and U.S. Young Adults’ Cannabis-Related Experiences

    Analysis

    Sep. 1, 2025

    This study, published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, investigated the associations […]

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  • US map with states as square tiles. Tiles have corners randomly colored red, yellow, light blue and dark blue.
    Dataset

    Abortion Bans

    Sep. 30, 2020

    This dataset analyzes state laws banning abortion based on gestational limits, procedural restrictions, and reasons for seeking abortions, including related case law and enforceability factors.

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    Abortion Advertising Restrictions

    Sep. 30, 2020

    This dataset examines state laws restricting abortion advertising, including case law and opinions on their enforceability, highlighting impacts on reproductive rights and First Amendment issues.

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    Dataset

    TRAP Laws - Abortion Facility Licensing Requirements

    Sep. 30, 2020

    This dataset shows the variation in state laws regulating abortion facilities under distinct abortion facility licensing (AFL) provisions and additional abortion provider requirements, highlighting legal differences as of August 31, 2020.

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    Dataset

    Complete Streets Dataset

    Aug. 27, 2020

    This dataset examines Complete Streets policies across all U.S. states and the District of Columbia, aiming to enhance road safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users, improving environmental health and physical activity.

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    Eviction Laws

    Jun. 11, 2020

    This legal map reviews housing laws in 40 U.S. cities, exploring their effects on racial inequity, mental health, and public health emergencies as of August 1, 2018.

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    Dataset

    Procedural Protections in Reproductive Health Care Conscience Laws

    May 7, 2020

    This dataset looks at state reproductive health care conscience laws (2019), focusing on procedural protections like immunity from civil liability and limits when patient safety is at risk.

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    COVID-19 Legal Research Resources

    Apr. 30, 2020

    This resource compiles tables tracking COVID-19 emergency declarations, mitigation policies, and topic-specific legal responses across all jurisdictional levels.

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    Dataset

    Global Abortion Laws relating to Self-Managed Abortion

    Apr. 2, 2020

    This dataset examines global laws regulating self-managed abortion in 180 countries and 40 jurisdictions, highlighting legal restrictions, requirements, and criminal penalties as of June 1, 2019.

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    State Fair Housing Protection Laws

    Feb. 28, 2020

    This dataset identifies key features of state fair housing laws across 49 states and DC, expanding federal protections under the Fair Housing Act, covering discrimination types and exemptions, in effect from August 1, 2017, to August 1, 2019.

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    City Nuisance Property Ordinances Map

    Feb. 28, 2020

    This dataset highlights city nuisance property ordinances in the 40 most populous U.S. cities (2017–2019), exploring their impact on public health and marginalized groups, including domestic violence survivors and individuals with disabilities.

  • US map with states as square tiles. Tiles have corners randomly colored red, yellow, light blue and dark blue.
    Dataset

    Abortion Waiting Period Requirements

    Feb. 13, 2020

    This dataset analyzes state abortion waiting period laws requiring mandatory counseling and delays before procedures, as of August 31, 2020, including enforceability considerations.

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    Dataset

    Tobacco Pricing Strategy Laws

    Nov. 19, 2019

    This data explores state laws on tobacco pricing strategies, highlighting taxation and prevention measures to reduce consumption and improve public health through evidence-based policy.

  • Facade of a traditional house with cream siding, brown shutters, a central entrance, and a red bicycle.
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    State Landlord-Tenant Laws

    Aug. 21, 2019

    This dataset displays key features of state-level landlord-tenant laws across the U.S. as of August 1, 2017, to August 1, 2019, covering lease agreements, security deposits, property maintenance, and more.

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    Local Inclusionary Zoning Laws

    Aug. 6, 2019

    This dataset explores local inclusionary zoning laws requiring or incentivizing affordable housing development, highlighting opportunities for housing equity across ten U.S. jurisdictions.

  • Healthcare professional handing a blister pack of pills to a patient.
    Dataset

    Medicaid Coverage of Medication Assisted Treatment

    Aug. 1, 2019

    This dataset reviews Medicaid coverage of FDA-approved Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) drugs, highlighting statutes, regulations, and preferred drug lists effective as of August 2019.