The Executive Branch of Georgia Government and Its Key Functions

The video explains the structure and functions of Georgia's executive branch, highlighting the roles of the governor and other constitutional officers. It details the governor's powers, including budget management, legislative influence, and emergency response. The lieutenant governor's role in the legislative process is also covered, along with the governor's options for handling bills.

Which branch of Georgia's state government is the largest?

• Judicial

• Legislative

• Executive

• Municipal

How many officers are elected by Georgia voters to serve in the executive branch?

• Twelve

• Ten

• Eight

• Five

What is the minimum age requirement for a gubernatorial candidate in Georgia?

• 40 years

• 25 years

• 30 years

• 35 years

Which of the following is NOT a power of the governor of Georgia?

• Calling special legislative sessions

• Directing the executive branch

• Appointing U.S. Senators

• Proposing laws

What is one of the governor's most important duties related to the state budget?

• Increasing taxes

• Managing the state budget

• Reducing state debt

• Allocating federal funds

What role does the governor play at the start of the legislative session?

• Calls for a special election

• Appoints new senators

• Gives a state-of-the-state address

• Proposes new laws

Who presides over the Georgia state Senate?

• Lieutenant Governor

• Speaker of the House

• Attorney General

• Governor

What happens if there is a vacancy in the office of the governor?

• The secretary of state takes over

• The lieutenant governor fills the office

• The attorney general assumes the role

• A special election is held immediately

How long does the governor have to act on a bill after the legislative session ends?

• 20 days

• 30 days

• 50 days

• 40 days

What are the governor's options when a bill is presented?

• Sign, veto, or amend

• Sign, veto, or ignore

• Veto, amend, or ignore

• Sign, amend, or ignore