Roles
The three main duties a governor does are...
1. Appointments
2. Policy Recommendations
3. Veto Power
How many powers does the Governor have?
Who became the first GOP (Republican Party) governor in over a century?
Bill Clements became the first GOP governor in over a century in 1979.
What is Dan Patrick's official position?
Lieutenant Governor
What position is Dan Patrick campaigning for re-election?
Lieutenant Governor
Serves as the president of the Texas Senate and is often considered the most powerful official in Texas Government.
What are the three different kinds of powers the Lieutenant Governor has?
1. President of the Senate
2. Chair of the Key Boards
3. Executive Succession
When was George W. Bush elected to become governor?
1994
Who is the Comptroller of Public Accounts?
Kelly Hancock
What did Ken Paxton announce on September 17?
Paxtion announced the arrest of an individual in Starr County for an alleged illegal ballot harvesting scheme.
True or False: The Attorney General does legal counseling
True
What laws does the Attorney General enforce? (Mention at least one)
1. Child Support
2. Consumer Protection
3. Open Government
4. Environmental Protection
5. Antitrust Laws
Who did George W. Bush defeat in the gubernatorial election of 1994?
Democrat Ann Richards
Commissioner of Agriculture
Who did Dan Patrick form a joint committee to study bias and free speech on college campuses on September 12, 2025?
House Speaker Dustin Burrows
What does the Comptroller of Public Accounts do?
They serve as the state's chief financial officer, accountant, and treasurer.
Who allocates and oversees funding for disaster recovery efforts across the state?
Commissioner or General Land Office (GLO)
Who took over as governor when George W. Bush resigned?
Lieutenant Governor Rick Perry
Who are the three Railroad Commissioners?
Christi Chadwick
Jim Wright
Wayne Christian
What did Abbot proclaim on September 15?
He proclaimed that September 15 - October 15, 2025 will be Hispanic Heritage Month.
How many members are in the Texas Railroad Commission?
Three members
What does the Railroad Commission of Texas do?
Oversees oil and gas exploration, production, and transportation, setting rules for safety and waste prevention.
Who is the longest-serving governor in Texas history?
Rick Perry served as governor for 15 years (2000 - 2015)
Who is the Chairman of the Railroad Commissioners?
What law takes effect in December 2025?
The controversial "Bathroom Bill" was signed on September 22, 2025. It defines which restrooms people can use on government property based on their gender assigned at birth.