Vermont Instant-Runoff Bill Passes House

March 14th, 2008

On March 13, the Vermont House passed SB 108 on 2nd reading by a vote of 81-60. It passed on 3rd reading on March 14. SB 108 would provide that the state’s congressional elections should use Instant-Runoff Voting, starting this year.

Unfortunately, Governor Jim Douglas, a Republican, hinted recently that he will veto the bill.

3 Responses to “Vermont Instant-Runoff Bill Passes House”

  1. Darryl W. Perry Says:
    March 14th, 2008 at 11:41 am

    What are the requirements to override a veto in VT?

  2. Richard Says:
    March 14th, 2008 at 3:11 pm

    Same old standard 2/3rds.
    But there is still some hope the Gov will sign it.

  3. Darryl W. Perry Says:
    March 14th, 2008 at 11:25 pm

    Richard, thanks. I didn’t know if they might have veto override by simple majority like in Alabama.