I am of the opinion that there is a need for each state to draft an “emergency powers act” that provides a LIMIT to the time / duration of the Governor’s powers. I would propose 60 days. After which, a majority vote (50+ percent) of legislative branch is required for a 60 day extension. After the first extension, an additional 5% is required for an additional extension (50+% then 55+%, then 60+%, etc).
Emergency acts should only be a stop gap until the legislature acts via passing laws.
I would propose 60 days. After which, a majority vote (50+ percent) of legislative branch is required for a 60 day extension.>>>>
Fortunatly that is almost the PA law today. The legislature can terminate the emergency by passing a resolution. They did. Supreme court rewrote that law as well.