What Does It Mean When They Say They Can't Afford It?: Defining the Fiscal Defense

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The growth of the movement against "unfunded mandates" will likely heighten the debate about the significance and validity of many statutory mandates. This article reviews the current law governing when a fiscal defense against a statutory entitlement may be raised and what constitutes a valid defense.

By Anson B. Levitan From January 1996