Texas Government Powers
What is the power for Texas Governor's power to reject a bill passed by the Texas Legislature?
Is called a Veto Power.
Who is the second-highest-ranking official in Texas?
The lieutenant governor of Texas
Who was the first Governor of Texas?
It was James Pinckney Henderson.
What does the Texas Governor deliver at the beginning of each legislative session?
The speech is given to satisfy a constitutional stipulation that a governor must report annually.
Which department is responsible for public safety and law enforcement?
The Texas department of public safety.
What is one Texas major position the government could appoint?
It is called the secretary of state
What executive official is responsible for legal matters and represents Texas in court?
The Texas Attorney general.
Who was Texas governor and later became president of the united states?
It was George W Bush
What power allows the governor to delay the executive of a prisoner?
It is called reprieve.
What agency regulates the Texas oil and gas Industry?
The Texas Railroad Commission
In Texas, if the governor dies or resigns or is removed from office, who takes over as government
The Lieutenant Governor
What is the role of Texas Comptroller?
The state's chief financial officer.
In what year did Texas join the Unites States?
It was in the year December 29, 1945
Who is responsible for enforcing state laws in Texas
The governor.
What department oversees public education of Texas?
The Texas Education Agency (TEA).
What is one way Texas limits government authority?
The way is by distributing responsibilities among multiple elected individuals.
What is the role of the Texas comptroller?
chief tax collector.
Who was the first Female Governor of Texas?
It was Miriam Ma Ferguson
What is the main duty of the Texas executive branch
Enforced the state laws.
Which Agency manages Texas state parks and Wildlife Conservation?
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).
What is one power that Texas has over criminal sentences that require approval from the Texas Board of pardon and Patrols?
Grant clemency.
What Texas executive position is responsible for regulating agricultural and rural affairs in Texas?
Texas Department of Agriculture.
Which political party dominated Texas politics for over 100 years after the civil war?
Which Texas executive official oversees state election
Secretary of state
What agency Handles health and human services programs in Texas?
The Texas Health and Human Services (HHS).