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LonePirate

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2. I could be wrong but I'm not sure this is a bill that the governor has power to veto.

Reply to hlthe2b (Reply #1)

Tue Oct 21, 2025, 11:24 AM

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I welcome anyone more knowledgeable in NC governance to correct me here.

If it can be vetoed, the legislature needs 60% in each house to override the veto.

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