Government Powers
What is the veto power?
This is the main executive power in the Texas governor it holds power over bills passed by the legislature.
What is the Attorney General?
This official is responsible for enforcing state laws and representing Texas in legal matters.
Who is George W. Bush?
He was a Texas governor who later became the 43rd President of the United States.
What is clemency?
It's when the Texas governor has the power to reduce or eliminate a prisoner’s sentence, but only with a recommendation from the Board of Pardons and Paroles.
What is the Texas National Guard?
A group to assist with border security operations.
What is a plural executive system?
Unlike the U.S. President, the Texas governor shares power with other elected officials
What is the Comptroller of Public Accounts?
This official oversees the state’s finances, including tax collection and revenue estimates.
What is the Texas Constitution?
In 1876, Texas adopted this version of its governing document, which is still in effect today.
What is two-thirds?
The Texas Legislature can override a governor’s veto with this fraction of votes from both chambers.
What is the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT)?
It is a response to recent power grid failures, Texas leaders passed new regulations for this agency.
What is a special session?
Its when the governor calls a session to force the legislature to meet up outside its regular schedule.
What is the Secretary of State?
This office is responsible for granting business licenses and overseeing elections in Texas.
Who is Miriam “Ma” Ferguson?
This governor was the first woman to serve as Texas’s chief executive.
What is the Texas Senate?
It is a party composed of 31 members who represent 31 separate geographical districts in the state.
What are the laws on handguns?
The governor signed a law that allows residents to carry this without a permit.
What is a reprieve?
It's the governor's power to delay the execution of a death row inmate.
What is the permanent school fund?
It is the Texas Land Commissioner and he oversees this important program that benefits public education funding
Who is John Connally?
He is a governor who was known for implementing state sales tax and expanding infrastructure.
What is the Texas Supreme Court?
The Texas Supreme Court can overrule executive actions if they violate the Constitution.
What is immigration policy?
Texas immigration policy includes laws that allow police to arrest undocumented immigrants, prohibit sanctuary cities, and require E-Verify for state contractors.
What is the Texas Senate's power?
To remove an appointed official, the governor needs approval from this group.
What is the Texas Department of Agriculture?
This executive office oversees agriculture policy, including food inspection and farming regulations.
Who is Henry Wade?
A former Texas Attorney General who played a major role in the landmark Roe v. Wade case.
What is the Lieutenant Governor?
If the governor is impeached and removed from office, this official becomes the new governor.
What are COVID-19 vaccine mandates?
A recent executive order from the governor aimed to ban this requirement in businesses and schools.