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Executive Branch
CG3 - Executive Branch - 8th Grade
Question | Answer |
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What are the qualifications to be a Governor and Lt. Governor? | 30 years old, U.S. Citizen for 15 years, and GA resident for 16 years |
What is the main duty for the Lt. Governor? | Presiding over the Senate |
What is the Term for the Lt. Gov? | 4 years and No term limit |
What is the term for the Gov? | 4 years and 2 consecutive terms |
What happens with the Governor and the Lt. Governor on election day? | Gov and Lt. Governor do NOT run on the same ticket. Meaning the winners could be from two different political parties |
Who is the Current Governor of GA? | Brian Kemp |
Who is the Current Lt. Governor of GA? | Geoff Duncan |
How many main duties are there for the Governor? | 5 |
_____________ help the governor get his job done. | State Agencies |
State agencies administer programs that help fulfill the __________ for Georgia. | executive branch's responsibilities |
The board's goal is to do what? | Make sure it’s department runs smoothly and that laws are enforced |
The board are most likely led by an ______ official. Some are led by an _________ official. | elected, appointed |
Dept of Public Safety (DPS) | Enforces traffic laws, helps reduce crime, and responds to natural and man made disasters. |
Dept of Natural Resources (DNR) | Helps conserve and protect natural and cultural resources by managing state parks, historic sites, and fishing and wildlife areas. |
Dept of Education (DOE) | Certifies teachers and distributes fund for textbooks |
Dept of Transportation (DOT) | Plans, constructs, and maintains highways and bridges; also supports other forms of transportation, such as buses and bicycle trails. |
Dept of Economic Development (DED) | Supports Georgia’s economy through local and international business expansion, technology developments, tourism, film and music |
Dept of Human Resources (DHR) | Provides assistance for aging, family and children’s services, and mental health. |
Fun Question! What is the best flavor Gatorade? | Lemon-Lime |