The Governor is the chief executive officer of a state and is responsible for implementing state laws and overseeing the operation of the state executive branch. The Governor oversees legislative proposals and vetoes, executive budgets, and implements executive orders.
Must be an elector and resident on election date and when taking office, must be at least twenty-five years old
Filing Requirements
Filing Fee is 1% of salary; signature requirement for Major Party candidates: 1% of the total of the current voter registration of the party in the district. Minor Party candidates: 5000
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.