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To: Jack Hartmann who wrote (28576)2/9/2004 10:12:26 AM
From: LindyBill  Respond to of 793939
 
line item veto

As I recall, they view was that the Supremes would not allow it.



To: Jack Hartmann who wrote (28576)2/9/2004 11:54:50 AM
From: D. K. G.  Respond to of 793939
 
Line item veto law was finally passed during Clinton admin.
It was ruled unconstitutional. I don't recall the rational for it being stuck down.
I do recall that previous Presidents, both Rep. and Dem., wish they had it.