Governors of Texas Flashcards
What are formal qualifications to serve as governor?
30 years of age, citizen of United States, resident of Texas for 5 years or more
What are informal qualifications to serve as governor?
Race, gender, profession, political experience, social network, charm, and charisma
How long is the governor’s term?
4 years
What are term limits?
Legal restrictions on the amount of terms an elected official can have (Texas has no term limit)
What is impeachment?
A legal process in which the legislative branch has the authority to indict and remove a public official
What is political succession?
Governor resigns, is removed, or dies in office, the lieutenant governor becomes the governor
What are executive orders?
Have the force of law and often make use of power granted to the governor by the legislature
What are proclamations?
Used to make factual determinations
ex: declare a state of emergency
What is a veto?
Formal decision by governor to reject a resolution or bill
What is a line item veto?
A veto that allows the rejection to a specific provision in a bill without rejecting the whole bill
What is a clemency?
Reduction or delay of a sentence
What is a pardon?
Forgiveness for a crime
What are informal powers?
Powers that are executed that are not formally written
What is agenda setting?
The placement of an issue on to the public agenda
What is an inaugural speech?
Traditionally delivered speech at the beginning of a new gubernatorial term
