vetoed
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Maine Gov. Janet Mills, a Democrat, vetoed a bill earlier this year that would have halted construction of new data centers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
Constitution, a bill becomes law about 10 days after it has been presented to the president, even without a signature, as long as it is not vetoed.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 10, 2026
Four months ago, Polis’ office acknowledged as much, noting how two major disaster relief requests were denied and a bill that would have allowed the state to complete a clean water pipeline project was vetoed.
From Slate ● May 21, 2026
Past attempts to address pregnancy leave had been vetoed by governors Jerry Brown and Newsom.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 14, 2026
Michael liked the first city they passed, but this was vetoed because everyone doubted quick first judgments.
From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury
