Wolf’s veto tally grew extensively during the pandemic and will likely expand during his final 13 months in office, as Republicans continue to largely bypass his agenda.
The uptick in proposed changes belies the lengthy and intensive process of amending the state constitution.
Critics of the tactic argue that amending the constitution to evade a veto undermines the balance of power between the legislature and the governor., told Spotlight PA in October that the legislature is attempting to “leech” power from the other branches of government. “These efforts are an end-run around our constitution,” Costa said in a statement. “They’re seeking single-party rule in Pennsylvania and that’s not healthy for a democracy.”
One proposed amendment moving through the legislature would alter what happens when lawmakers vote to disapprove a state regulation. At the moment, the governor can veto such resolutions, leaving it to the legislature to gather a two-thirds majority.
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