North Carolina Governor, Libertarian Primary
The chief executive of the state, who plays a significant role in the laws made every year
Full office description
- The Governor is the chief executive of the state and is tasked with faithfully carrying out the laws of the state.
- The Governor can advocate for their legislative agenda. They also can veto legislation passed by the state legislature. However, a supermajority in the state legislature can vote to adopt a bill despite the Governor's veto.
- The Governor appoints more than 350 statewide boards and commissions. The Governor appoints department heads, who make up the Cabinet.
- The Governor is elected for a four-year term, with a limit of two consecutive terms. The governor must be at least 30 years old, a citizen of the U.S. for five years, and a resident of North Carolina for two years immediately preceding the election.
How this impacts you
Public Safety — The Governor plays a critical role in responding to emergencies and disasters within the state. The governor can declare a state of emergency during a hurricane or other severe weather. When a state of emergency is declared, truck weight and size restrictions can be lifted for those carrying vital resources such as medicine or food, helping trucks get to their location faster.
Environment — The Governor can address environmental concerns through executive orders. For example, they can establish boards that focus on limiting pollution.
Taxes — Since they propose the budget, the Governor can help lower individual income tax rates by decisions they make through the budgetary process.
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Mike Ross
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