Executive

The chief official in the executive branch is the Governor who is elected by the voters for a four-year term, with two consecutive terms allowed. The Governor proposes new programs and laws for the state, proposes a state budget for the legislature to consider, vetoes legislation and appoints members of many of the boards in state government.

In addition to the Governor, Georgia’s Constitution provides for several constitutional officers (listed below) who are the heads of executive departments and are elected directly by the voters for four-year terms. The authority for the offices of these officials is established in the State Constitution.

Agriculture, Department of

Attorney General Thurbert E. Baker

Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner

Governor Sonny Perdue
Visit the Governor's website to view initiatives, press releases, proclamations, executive orders and more.

Labor, Department of

Lieutenant Governor
Under the Georgia Constitution, the Lieutenant Governor presides over the State Senate and performs other duties assigned to him by the Governor.

Public Service Commission
Ensures consumers receive the best possible value in telecommunications, electric, and natural gas services.

Secretary of State
Get information on Corporations, Elections, Professional Licensure, Securities, Archives and the State Capitol. Renew your professional license online, order certified corporation documents and more.

State School Superintendent
The State Superintendent of Schools is responsible for the oversight of 1,946 public schools in the 180 school systems across Georgia.

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