Pt. 2, c. II, § I, Art. VI

Governor settles adjournment disagreements

Power The Legislature Pt. 2, c. II · Executive Power

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In cases of disagreement between the two houses, with regard to the necessity, expediency or time of adjournment, or prorogation, the governor, with the advice of the council, shall have a right to adjourn or prorogue the , not exceeding ninety days, as he shall determine the public good shall require.

Simplified explanation

When the two houses disagree about the necessity, expediency or time of adjournment or prorogation, the governor, with the advice of the council, may adjourn or prorogue the general court for up to ninety days, as the public good requires.