Nationwide consistency refers to the uniformity or standardization of laws, regulations, or policies across the entire country.
Related terms
Federal preemption: Federal preemption is when federal law takes precedence over state or local laws on certain issues.
Devolution: Devolution refers to the transfer of power from a central authority (such as the federal government) to lower levels of government (such as state or local governments).
Patchwork regulation: Patchwork regulation occurs when different jurisdictions have varying laws or regulations on a particular issue, leading to inconsistency and confusion.