What is the process if a bill is vetoed by the Governor?

• A. The bill is discarded permanently
• B. The Legislature can override the veto with a two-thirds vote in both houses
• C. The bill goes back to committee for review
• D. The bill becomes law after a year

Answer: (B)

A bill that is vetoed by the Governor can still be passed into law if the Legislature takes action. The correct process allows the Legislature to override the veto with a two-thirds vote in both houses. This means that if both the Assembly and the Senate can muster enough votes to reach this supermajority, they can effectively bypass the Governor's disapproval and enact the bill into law.

This provision is significant because it maintains a system of checks and balances, allowing elected representatives to have a say in legislation even when the executive branch (the Governor) does not support it. The requirement for a two-thirds majority ensures that such overrides reflect a broad consensus among lawmakers, thereby preserving the democratic principles inherent in the legislative process.