How can the governor's session-calling powers be used to influence the legislative process?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer:
A. Governor's session calling powers influence the legislative process
1. has sole authority to call special sessions
a. allows governor to pressure legislature into action
2. sets agenda for sessions
a. legislature cannot bring issue in special session without approval from governor
1. lets governor have control over which legislation is considered
b. can use power to increase influence
1. if legislature has an issue it wants passed, it is more likely to consider governor's agenda
c. adding issues to agenda makes sure governor's agenda is dealt with first
d. can keep session going indefinitely providing incentive for legislative cooperation
1. no session can last over 30 days but governors can call unlimited session
2. threat of special session can encourage legislature to pass governor's agenda during regular session
3. legislators do not want to stay longer than necessary
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