Governor Backtracks on Veto Pledge-Signs Rail Bond Legislation

So yet another turn in the tracks of the rails of California's legislative process. Governor Schwarzenegger has said that several bills will get his signature, without passing a budget. This is despite pledging to let some good bills die in order to get a budget. I guess not the bills that he likes.

Below is an excerpt from today's Chronicle:

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, who promised not to sign any bills until lawmakers reach a budget deal, reversed his position Tuesday and signed a measure for a statewide bullet train system that he strongly supports.

The governor also wants to make exceptions for three other proposals he has been promoting: budget reform; changing the state lottery to allow California to borrow against future ticket sales; and a bond for water infrastructure.

Stay Tuned: I feel the roller coaster is just getting started.