MN HF3284

Proposes an amendment to Minnesota Constitution, article IV, section 23 to eliminate the governor's power to veto individual appropriation items while approving the remainder of a bill.

Establishes that if a bill contains multiple appropriation items, the governor must either approve or veto the entire bill rather than selectively vetoing specific items.

Removes the governor's authority to append a statement of vetoed items and their non-effect when signing bills with multiple appropriations.

Requires the proposed constitutional amendment be submitted to voters at the 2010 general election with the question: "Shall the Minnesota Constitution be amended to eliminate the power of the governor to veto items of appropriation while approving the remainder of a bill?"

Bills passed during the last three days of a session that are not signed and deposited within 14 days after adjournment do not become law.