What is the mechanism for legislative override of the gubernatorial veto?

• A. A simple majority in both houses.
• B. A three-quarters vote in both houses.
• C. A two-thirds vote in both houses; exact thresholds may vary by session law.
• D. It cannot be overridden.

Answer: (C)

The key idea is that overriding a gubernatorial veto requires a supermajority in each legislative chamber. In Wyoming, the Legislature can move a vetoed bill forward only if both houses pass it again with two-thirds of their elected members voting in favor. This means broad, cross‑party support is needed rather than a simple majority. Practically, that’s two-thirds in the House and two-thirds in the Senate, and if both chambers reach those thresholds, the bill becomes law without the governor’s signature. This structure ensures a strong check on the veto and reflects substantial agreement across the legislature.