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Here’s some reaction from legislators to the governor’s veto of eight appropriation bills today:
“There’s certainly been some question as to how determined the governor truly was - now at least we know.” - Sen. Jim Hammond, R-Post Falls
“I think it’s silly - I think it was totally uncalled for. … We felt like we had given him what he wanted with the budget, so I’m truly disappointed.” - Rep. Maxine Bell, R-Jerome, co-chair, JFAC
“We just did the best we could do, we brought all of his bills out that he asked us to. I think his statement today was divisive with the House and Senate, because the House has worked very hard, both the transportation committee and JFAC. We feel like we should’ve had a pat on the back, not be told that we’re irresponsible.” - Rep. JoAn Wood, R-Rigby, House transportation chairwoman
“I think the House has spoken - every time it comes up with the same solution.” - House Majority Caucus Chairman Rep. Ken Roberts, R-Donnelly
“I think the that the governor is expressing his displeasure in the only way he has to get the attention he needs to get his wishes across. Frankly, I met with him last week, and I didn’t say to veto bills, but I did say, ‘You’ve got to stand up and make your wishes known if you want something to go through.’ ” - Sen. Joyce Broadsword, R-Sagle
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stebbijo on April 20 at 4:02 p.m.
Oh - this is great. Sen Joyce Broadsword admits to her sweeping influence she has over the Governor. That’s right, she is now at the helm of the political and corporate tables that have the power to cut the educational handbooks the Women’s Commission used to publish, while she in turn represents women in Idaho (except for me). She, after all, worked with the Governor extensively over these budget cuts.
Well I think they all should go play golf. They’ll do less damage that way. Heck,they could all take a vacation right now, maybe an Indian ocean cruise would be nice.