The legislature passes a bill in the last few days of a session and the governor vetoes it after the legislature has adjourned. What becomes of the bill?
a) The bill becomes law only if it was initially passed by at least a two-thirds margin in each legislative chamber. Otherwise the bill is dead.
b) Legislative leaders have the option of calling the legislature back into session to consider overriding vetoes. If the legislature is recalled, the veto can be overridden by a two-thirds vote in each legislative chamber.
c) The bill becomes law because the governor cannot veto measures after the legislature has adjourned.
d) The bill is dead because the legislature cannot override vetoes cast after adjournment.
e) The bill can be revived by a vote of the people.
Answer: D
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