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We should know this week whether or not there will be an effort to refer
the Abortion bill to the people for a vote. Details to follow.
As far as what the Governor's going to do... who knows?
the Abortion bill to the people for a vote. Details to follow.
As far as what the Governor's going to do... who knows?
posted by Bill Fleming at 7:58 AM
5 Comments:
I already said this in an earlier post, but I'll say it again.
The longer Rounds waits, the more I think he's looking for a solid reason to veto the bill. He needs a solid reason to give to other Republicans so he can securely keep his political position.
I think so to Skog. Although I have also considered that he may be staling to give less time for the opposition to gather signatures for the petition.
Owl, I need to know about the silent veto again. I understand that a silent veto is what happens if the Governor doesn’t sign the bill in the time allotted…. But then what? I know you told me but I’m still foggy.
It's a little unclear to me too, Spin. But I think the legislature could act to override a silent veto the same way they would if Rounds actively vetoed it.
And it's my impression that the timing will be about the same. In other words, the governor has a deadline.
Don't worry, Spin, this is not by any means "common knowledge". Everybody has to review this, even lawyers, right Skogg?
The only ones who really know how it works are those who have researched it in advance. It's not a very typical situation. Most of the time things don't go this way.
Silent veto really isn't a veto. It can also be called a "pocket veto".
A pocket veto means that a bill is presented to the executive branch (i.e. the governor at state level), and the executive branch doesn't do anything (sign it or "veto" it). At the close of the legislative session, if nothing has been done by the governor, the bill becomes law as if the governor signed it.
Now, I know that some jurisdictions require that it happen within 10 days. I'm not sure if that's true in South Dakota.
Also, I don't think Rounds is stalling to hinder the opposition. I really do think he's evaluating it and contemplating it, especially because of the lack of exceptions.
that was very informative. thank you!
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