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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