Executive Powers Bills Vetoed

Governor Andy Beshear has vetoed bills that would limit executive powers he has been using to try to slow the spread of the coronavirus.The Republican-led legislature completed fast-track work on the measures earlier this month.GOP lawmakers have the numbers to override any vetoes when they resume their 30-day session next month.In defending his vetoes, Beshear said the measures would hamstring the state’s efforts to combat the deadly COVID-19 pandemic until vaccinations become widespread.

Source: MG News

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