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Regulatory Federalism

Meaning

Regulatory Federalism describes the complex interplay and occasional overlap between federal and state governmental authorities in setting standards for health programs, data privacy, and employment practices that affect wellness initiatives. In hormonal health, this means that while federal laws like HIPAA set baseline privacy standards for PHI, individual states may impose stricter requirements on biometric data collection or scope of practice for wellness providers. Navigating this dual system requires careful jurisdictional analysis to ensure complete compliance across all operational territories. This shared governance structure impacts how we implement care.