Local Officials Have Offered Several Suggestions for Fixing the Issues

question 24

Multiple Choice

Local officials have offered several suggestions for fixing the issues associated with state mandates. Which of the following is one of these suggestions?

• A) Localities should be required to work jointly to increase efficiency among adjacent jurisdictions.
• B) Localities should be given greater flexibility in implementing the provisions of mandates.
• C) The state should ensure that the vital activities are performed and desirable goals achieved in all localities.
• D) Localities should be given more rigorous guidelines for implementing the provisions of mandates.

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