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In Texas why is a governors post adjournment veto so powerful?

Although the writers of the Texas Constitution back in the 1870s placed the majority of political power in the hands of the Legislature, they also gave the governor an effective tool to control public policy - the power to veto bills after the Legislature adjourns. Unless the governor vetoes a bill while the Legislature is in session, we have no opportunity to override the veto. That is why it is so powerful.


What has the author Peggy Medina Giltrow written?

Peggy Medina Giltrow has written: 'Subject index to New Mexico legislative bills, 1987 regular session' -- subject(s): Indexes, Legislative Bills 'Subject index to New Mexico legislative bills, 1986 regular session' -- subject(s): Indexes, Legislative Bills


What are Texas legislators handicapped by?

Texas legislatures are handicapped by lack of public understanding, support and adjustment to shifting trends within the legislature. Each faces 9000 bills every time legislature convenes.


Where are Texas laws created?

Texas laws are created primarily in the Texas Legislature, which consists of two chambers: the Texas House of Representatives and the Texas Senate. Legislators draft, propose, and debate bills during regular sessions held biennially. Once a bill is approved by both chambers, it is sent to the governor for approval or veto. Additionally, local laws can be created by municipal and county governments within their jurisdictions.


Can the House of Representatives introduce bills?

Both parts of the legislature can introduce bills but only the house can start bills about money.


Most work in the Legislature is done where?

Most work in the Legislature is done in committee meetings, where bills are reviewed and debated. This is also where the details and potential impacts of proposed legislation are examined. Additionally, floor sessions in the chambers of the Legislature are where final votes on bills are taken.


Many bills are passed by the legislature as emergency measures to prevent the use of?

the initiative.


Can a mayor suggest laws?

Anyone can suggest laws. Who can present bills formally to the legislature depends on the legislature.


Who make and write bills?

Assuming you are referring to legislation then members of the legislature, parliament, or ruling body of the country makes and writes the bills.


What is the position of Texas State Senator Judith Zaffirini on the pending bills to legalize same-sex marriage in Texas?

There's nothing definitive on the internet, but she is a Democrat from Laredo and has opposed things like unnecessary restrictions on abortions. So, who knows? In any event, the Texas legislature is way too homophobic right now to even vote on a bill, much less pass it. It looks like action will come from the judiciary rather than the legislature.


Progressive reform enabled citizens of a state to vote on bills from the state legislature?

Initative


What is the progressive reform that enabled citizens of a state to vote on bills from the state legislature?

Initiative