Define unfunded mandates. Why do states find unfunded mandates problematic?

What will be an ideal response?


An ideal response will:
1, Define unfunded mandates.
2, Note that Congress often imposes significant obligations on the states without providing any money enabling the states to comply.
3, Discuss how states dislike being required to do something without being given enough money to accomplish the task.

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