Preemption in the Field of Immigration: DeCanas V. Bica

Authors

Francis X. Pray

Library of Congress Authority File

http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n79122466

Document Type

Recent Developments

Abstract

An understanding of the DeCanas decision is facilitated by an initial examination of the general elements of the preemption doctrine. A working definition of preemption will be given. This definition will be considered in its two forms: preemtion which is constitutionally mandated and that which is congressionally mandated.

Recommended Citation

Francis X. Pray, Preemption in the Field of Immigration: DeCanas V. Bica, 14 San Diego L. Rev. 282 (1976).
Available at: https://digital.sandiego.edu/sdlr/vol14/iss1/12