The State Executive Branch The Executive Branch of the State Government is similar to the Executive Branch of the Federal Government.
The National and State Executive Branch Barrack Obama President Dave Heinaman Nebraska Governor
Executive Branch Federal State
Executive Branch White House
Executive Branch Capital Building
The Office of Governor Qualifications In most states 30 years old and a resident of the state for at least 5 years. Most have generally held public office or been in politics.
In 1997 only 2 of the 50 governors were women. (Most are men.)
Kay Orr of Nebraska
Female United States Governors Thirty-two women have served or are serving as the governor of a U.S. state. Six women are serving as governors of U.S. states. Previously, there were a record nine women serving as chief executive of their states on two different occasions
One elected most Governors serve a four year term. A Governor can be impeached. The voters can recall a governor with a recall election.
Lieutenant Governor is the 1st person in line if the Governor dies.
Powers and Duties of the Governor States Chief Executive- execute the laws that the state legislature passes.
The power to veto bills.
States Chief Legislature The Governor cannot pass laws, but he can suggest and promote the laws he wants passed.
Pardons- forgiveness and freedom from punishment. The Governor can offer Pardons- forgiveness and freedom from punishment. Reprieve- a delay in carrying out a death sentence.
Reprieve Electric chair
Commute- reduce a criminals sentence. Parole- an early release from prison with certain restrictions. Usually committees or boards make the decisions rather than just the governor.
Leader of the National Guard
Chief of State or ceremonial leader Greets important visitors Is in charge of ceremonies. Read last section