Governor in Massachusetts

Election date
November 3, 2026
Filing deadline
TBD
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Governor

About this position

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.

Position Details

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary

$185,000/year

Partisan Type

partisan

Election Frequency

Every 4 years

Eligibility Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old, a registered and qualified voter, and a resident for 7 years.

Filing Requirements

Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of 10,000.

Paperwork Instructions

Submit paperwork to the Secretary of the Commonwealth's office.

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