Governor Powers
What is the term length for a Texas governor?
4 years
Who is the executive officer responsible for managing public land?
Land Commissioner
Who was first president of the Republic of Texas?
Sam Houston
Which agency is responsible for environmental protection in Texas?
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
What act established the Texas Railroad Commission?
Act of 1891
Which power allows the Texas Governor to reject specific provisions of a spending bill without vetoing the whole bill?
Line-item veto
Which governor oversees the agriculture and livestock industries?
Commissioner of Agriculture
What year did Texas join the US?
1845
What does the Texas Workforce Commission do?
They provide workforce development services and support.
What act reformed Texas' Public School finance system in 1993?
Robin Hood Plan
What is the minimum age required to be eligible for the office of governor in Texas?
30 years old
Who is the chief legal officer of Texas?
Attorney General
What was the name of the battle that secured Texas Independence from Mexico?
Battle of San Jacinto
Which agency manages the famous prison system?
Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ)
What was the name of the act that created the famous Texas State Board of Education (SISD Really needs help with this)
Act of 1929
What office does the Texas governor have the power to appoint?
Secretary of State
Who is the second-highest-ranking executive officer in Texas?
Lieutenant Governor
Who was the first female governor of Texas?
Mirriam A. Ferguson
Which agency takes care of health and human services in Texas?
Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)
What was the name of the act that established the Department of Transportation?
Act of 1917
What is the maximum number of days a Texas governor can call a special legislative session?
30 Days
Which executive officer is responsible for managing the state's finances?
Comptroller of Public Accounts
What was the name of the political scandal involving the leasing of Texas public lands in the early 20th century?
The XIT Scandal
What does the Texas Department of Safety do?
Enforce State laws and ensure public safety
What was the name of the act that established the Texas Parks and Wildfire department?
Act of 1963