This case involves a state regulation of alcohol but as local government organizations explain in the SLLC amicus brief, they deal with alcohol use gone awry.

Forfeitures provide a revenue stream for local governments but are controversial.

A Supreme Court case is relevant to local governments because when alcohol use goes awry, it is local governments that often deal with the consequences.

All organizations can find value in having an effective sexual harassment policy in place.

In the western United States, where a number of Indian tribes have off-reservation hunting rights, this case is a big deal. Local police may enforce hunting restrictions.

While the issue in this case is narrow, federal (and state) preemption are of concern to local governments.

Judge Kavanaugh's hearings drew headlines, but there was little substance on issues important to state and local government.

This case currently affects only two states (West Virginia and Connecticut). If the Supreme Court approves West Virginia’s law, other state legislatures might follow suit.

This Supreme Court case is of particular interest to counties as they prosecute state crimes.