State Government and Branches

What is the maximum number of consecutive years that a Georgia governor may serve as the state’s chief executive officer? Eight 8

Director of the GA Bureau of Investigations List an example of State of Georgia Government Official that is appointed by the a governing board. Director of the GA Bureau of Investigations

Speaker of the House of Representatives Who becomes Georgia’s chief executive officer if both the governor and the lieutenant governor are unable to serve? Speaker of the House of Representatives

The governor writes an opinion piece to the editorial page of the AJC about the issues of Snowpocalypse 2014. This an example of the Governor’s what? Informal Powers

Give an example of State of Georgia Government Constitutional Officer. Secretary of State or Attorney General

Give an example of State of Georgia Government official that is appointed by the governor. Director of Safety

Which chamber is considered to be closer to the people? The Lower, or House of Representatives

The governor giving the State of the State Address is an example of the Governor’s what? Formal Powers

Reapportionment Committee Give an example of a legislative committee that is not a standing committee. Reapportionment Committee

The bill must be sent to a conference committee for rewording. What happens when a house and a senate version of a bill differ after being passed by their respective bodies? The bill must be sent to a conference committee for rewording.

What happens to a bill passed by the legislature if the governor does not veto it, but does not sign it? Governor may sign the bill or veto it or let it become a law without signature.

What vote is required in the house of representatives in order for a bill to pass? 2/3 majority

There are no Term limits set for this office. How many consecutive terms in office can be served by the Lieutenant governor? There are no Term limits set for this office.

Georgia’s Constitution requires a balanced budget. Georgia’s stable economy during national times of recessions and depressions is a result of what? Georgia’s Constitution requires a balanced budget.

Both the governor and lieutenant governor are elected to a term of how many years? Four 4

Who is the state’s chief executive? The Governor

Which qualification is NOT a requirement to be elected lieutenant governor of Georgia? A) Must be a citizen of the U.S. for at least 15 years B) Must be at least 30 years old C) Must be a resident of Georgia for at least 6 years D) Must be at least 25 years old

A principle of government that divides the government into three branches; each with its own duties and responsibilities? Separation of powers

Who is the head of the state’s Department of Education? State School Superintendent

Which branch of the Georgia state government makes or passes the laws? Legislative Body

What is NOT a duty or responsibility of the governor? Commander-in-chief of the Georgia National Guard Presiding officer of the state senate Making the annual “State of the State” address Managing the state’s budget

Who is the state’s chief legal officer? State Attorney General

Which qualification is NOT a requirement to be elected governor of Georgia? A) Must be at least 30 years old B) Must be a citizen of the U.S. for at least 15 years C) Must be a resident of Georgia for at least 6 years D) Must have a college degree

What is the overall largest branch of state government? Executive

Who presides over the Georgia House of Representatives? Speaker of the House

Which is NOT a requirement to serve in the Georgia senate? A) must be a citizen of the United States B) must be at least 30 years old C) must be a citizen of Georgia for at least two years D) must be a resident for one year of the district from which elected

How long is a single term in office for a member of the Georgia General Assembly? Two year terms

To which legislative committee are tax bills assigned? Ways and Means

How many legislators serve in Georgia’s house of representatives? 180 members

How many legislators serve in Georgia’s state senate? 56 members

A permanent committee, one that meets every session is called what? Standing Committees

To which legislative committee are spending bills assigned? Appropriations Committee

What do we call the state’s legislative branch? Georgia’s General Assembly

House or Senate Committees Before being voted on by the full house of representatives or senate, who must review and approve all bills? House or Senate Committees

Which of the following correctly traces the steps of how a bill becomes a law in Georgia? A) Bill is proposed, sent to the governor, voted on by each house, assigned to a committee B) Written by citizen, signed by the governor, voted on by the citizens, published as law C) Bill is proposed, assigned to committee, voted on by each house, sent to governor D) Written by citizen, assigned to committee, voted on by each house, voted on by citizens

Who presides over the Georgia state senate? Lieutenant Governor

Which chamber of the state legislature is the ONLY one that confirms (approves) government appointments made by the governor? Senate

House of Representatives Which chamber of the Georgia legislature is the ONLY one that writes appropriations (spending) bills? House of Representatives

Judiciary _____________ committee – bill’s concerning the states’ laws and court system.

Interim ___________ committee – works on assigned issues and concerns between sessions of the legislature

The General Assembly in Georgia passes laws, the Georgia courts declare laws unconstitutional, and the governor vetoes laws. This is an example of what?  Checks and Balances

How can the General Assembly pass a bill over a governor's veto? General Assembly can override a veto by a 2/3 majority of both the Senate and the House.

After a bill is introduced, to whom is it assigned? The clerk assigns it to committees of both the House and Senate.

From where does all government originate? Georgia’s Voters

The term separation of powers refers to the designation of certain powers to A)the federal government and certain powers to the state government. B) each of the three branches of the government. c) state and municipal government. d) the people.

What explanation BEST justifies the inclusion of the separation of powers and checks and balances doctrines in the constitution? A) It makes a distinction among the branches of government. B) It keeps one branch of government from becoming too powerful. C) It makes government run more smoothly. D) It streamlines government.

Elected by popular vote to a two year term with no term limits How many consecutive terms in office can be served by a member of the state legislature? Elected by popular vote to a two year term with no term limits

What is the minimum age requirement to serve in the state senate? Must be at least 25 years of age.

Must be at least 21 years of age What is the minimum age requirement to serve in the Georgia house of representatives? Must be at least 21 years of age

What must a person do to be a member of the state legislature? Must meet minimum age requirement, be a citizen of the U.S., a citizen of GA for two years, must have been a legal resident of the district from which they were elected for at least one year.