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Item Veto Debate Divides Rhode Island Convention
Delegates at the Rhode Island Constitutional Convention debated Proposal 160 to grant the governor an item veto on appropriations. Supporters argued it aligns budget review across branches. opponents warned it risks legislative subordination and concentrates power. The measure failed 42 to 36 in committee, with further votes anticipated.
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Dennis J Roberts
Norman LaSalle
Warwick
Wrone
Edward P. Gallogly
Providence
LaSalle
Rhode Island
Roberts
Legislative Branch
Edmund Wensler
Aison