Question

If both houses of the Georgia General Assembly pass a bil, it is sent to the governor for approval. What are the governor's options for addressing the bill?
Select all that apply.
A. The governor can sign the bill and put a new law into effect.
B, The governor can veto the bil and prevent it from becoming law,
C. The governor can do nothing, which would effectively veto the bil.
D. The governor can do nothing, which would allow the bill to become a law.
E. The governor can amend the bill and ask the General Assembly to vote again,
F. The governor can amend the bill and let voters choose whether to enact the bill.

Answer 1

Correct answers: A, B, C, D.

Explanation (brief):
- A: The governor can sign a bill into law.
- B: The governor can veto a bill.
- D: If the governor does nothing while the General Assembly is in session, the bill will become law after the constitutionally prescribed time period.
- C: If the governor does nothing and the General Assembly has adjourned (preventing a return), the bill can effectively be vetoed (a "pocket veto" situation).

E and F are incorrect — the governor cannot unilaterally amend a bill or submit an amended bill to the legislature or voters.