### Question
How does UNFUNDED MANDATES REFORM define State mandate?


### Answer
Under *2 U.S.C. § 1552*, **State mandate** is defined as:

> any provision in a State statute or regulation that imposes an enforceable duty on local governments, the private sector, or individuals, including a condition of State assistance or a duty arising from participation in a voluntary State program

#### Citation:
  - *2 U.S.C. § 1552*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 25-UNFUNDED MANDATES REFORM > SUBCHAPTER III-REVIEW OF FEDERAL MANDATES**

