Who is the head of the executive branch?
The Governor
What does the executive branch do?
Enforce laws
(True or False) The executive branch is not the highest powers in Georgia.
False
Name at least one of the qualifications for governor.
a) At least 30 years old
b) A US citizen for at least 15 years
c) A Georgia resident for at least 6 years
How is the lieutenant governor elected?
On a separate ticket from the governor and voted by the citizens
The qualifications for the governor and lieutenant governor are the same.
True
What is the main duty of the lieutenant governor?
~If anything were to happen to the Governor then the Lieutenant Governor would take their spot.
How many state agencies are in the executive branch?
There are 7 state agencies in the executive branch~
The governor can be re-elected an unlimited amount of times with only 2 consecutive terms.
True
How is the governor elected?
Must win a statewide election via voting.
What is the purpose of state agencies?
They oversee departments by developing policies and providing feedback to the governor so laws can be inforced.~
The lieutenant governor and the governor are elected on a joint ticket.