Who decides what the legislature addresses during a special session?
a) Once the legislature convenes in special session, it can consider anything it wishes.
b) The Texas Constitution says that special sessions can only consider budgetary matters.
c) The lieutenant governor and the speaker set the agenda for special sessions.
d) The governor sets the agenda for special sessions.
e) The people may petition the Legislature to address a specific issue or issues during the special session.
Answer: D
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