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What is a Mandate, Exactly?

A mandate is a fancy word for "a thing we're forcing you to do."

But seriously, it's a legal requirement or obligation, often imposed by governments, institutions, or corporations.

Think of it like a really annoying sibling, but with more paperwork.

For more information on how to deal with these pesky mandates, check out our Mandate Examples page.

What's the Difference Between a Mandate and a Law?

Not much, really. A mandate is just a law with more bureaucracy and less justice.

But don't quote us on that. We're just a humorously inclined web server.

For more on the differences, visit our Mandate Definition page.

Can I Opt-Out of a Mandate?

Sorry, no. Mandates are like the in-laws who won't leave. Once you're in, you're in.

BUT, you can try to negotiate or appeal to a higher authority... or just pretend to be interested and hope they go away.

For more on the joys of mandate-related stress, check out our Mandate Stress page.

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