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2 U.S.C. 1555: “Federal mandate” definedText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 2-THE CONGRESSCHAPTER 25-UNFUNDED MANDATES REFORM
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§1555. “Federal mandate” defined

Notwithstanding section 1502 of this title, 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.

( Pub. L. 104–4, title III, § 305 , Mar. 22, 1995 , 109 Stat. 70 .)