Section 3: The State Executive Branch The Main Idea A state’s executive branch carries out laws made by the state’s legislative branch. Governors are the chief executives of state government.

Most governors Section 3: The State Executive Branch Must be U.S. citizens who have lived in the state for a certain number of years. Must be at least 30 years old. Serve four-year terms with limits of one to two terms.

Duties and powers of governors include Section 3: The State Executive Branch Duties and powers of governors include Proposing laws and programs to the legislature; approving or vetoing bills. Developing state budgets. Controlling state police and militia. Appointing officials and supervising executive branch.

Other officials of the state executive branch, in most states: Section 3: The State Executive Branch Other officials of the state executive branch, in most states: Lieutenant governor—succeeds governor; presides over the Senate Secretary of state—keeps state records and supervises elections Attorney general—in charge of legal business State treasurer—supervises all state funds

Section 3: The State Executive Branch Other officials of the state executive branch, in most states: (continued) State auditor (comptroller)—supervises the state’s financial records Superintendent of public instruction—governs local school districts and distributes state funds

State Executive Agencies and Officials Section 3: The State Executive Branch State Executive Agencies and Officials Help the governor carry out the laws Have specific areas of responsibility such as agriculture, justice, labor, public safety, public works, or transportation Officials of agencies are usually appointed by the governor. Some jobs are filled through patronage.

Powers and Duties of the Governor SECTION 3 Question: What are the powers and duties of the governor? Powers and Duties of the Governor 1. Chief Legislator 2. Chief Executive Political Party Leader 4. Other Powers