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A bill on the president's desk hasn't been touched in 10 days, does it become a law?

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Answer: If Congress is in session, the bill will become a law whether the president signs it or not. If Congress is not in session, and it has been 10 days, it becomes a pocket veto.

Explanation: so yes, if Congress is in session. It will become a law, after 10 days.

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A bill becomes law if signed by the President or if not signed within 10 days and Congress is in session. If Congress adjourns before the 10 days and the President has not signed the bill then it does not become law ("Pocket Veto.") ... If the veto of the bill is overridden in both chambers then it becomes law.

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