Notwithstanding , for purposes of this subchapter the term “Federal mandate” means any provision in statute or regulation or any Federal court ruling that imposes an enforceable duty upon State, local, or tribal governments including a condition of Federal assistance or a duty arising from participation in a voluntary Federal program.
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CHAPTER 25— UNFUNDED MANDATES REFORM
SUBCHAPTER III— REVIEW OF FEDERAL MANDATES
§ 1551. Baseline study of costs and benefits
§ 1552. Report on Federal mandates by Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations
§ 1553. Special authorities of Advisory Commission
§ 1554. Annual report to Congress regarding Federal court rulings