What terms are related to governor?

Related terms include: Lieutenant Governor, State Legislature. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for governor.

State Government

Governor

The chief executive of a state, responsible for implementing state laws and overseeing the state's executive branch.

The second-highest executive official in most states. Often presides over the state senate and succeeds the governor if needed.

The lawmaking body of a state. Most states have a bicameral legislature with a senate and house/assembly.

What is a governor?: The chief executive of a state, responsible for implementing state laws and overseeing the state's executive branch.
What terms are related to governor?: Related terms include: Lieutenant Governor, State Legislature. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for governor.