1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Duties and powers of governors include
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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.

4. Other officials of the state executive branch, in most states:
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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

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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

6. State Executive Agencies and Officials
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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.

7. Powers and Duties of the Governor
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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