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The lieutenant governor
Typically - upon the death or impeachment of the Governor - or - if the Governor becomes incapacitated and unable to carry out the duties of office (usually set as a period of time by the state constitution).
The Lieutenant Governor.
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If the governor is unable to fulfill his/her duties (e.g. under arrest) the lieutenant governor will take his/her place until the governor returns, if s/he returns.
The Lt. Gov. presides over the Senate, and takes the place of the Gov. if Gov. is unable to serve.
The state of Illinois has a executive branch. This branch became Governor if the present Governor is unable to finish.
Their specific duties may vary depending on the state and how the state's constitution is written, Their main responsibility is to step up to the governor's position should the elected governor become incapacitated or die while in office.
What state or province? See related questions.This depends on the state, province, or other region. Please re-ask your question specifying where. Alberta's leiutenant goernor is Norman L. Kwong
The Secretary of State is typically responsible for overseeing a state's elections, maintaining official state records, and handling matters related to governance and diplomacy. The Lieutenant Governor is the second-in-command to the Governor, ready to assume the role if the Governor is unable to fulfill their duties, and may also have specific responsibilities outlined in the state's constitution or laws.
If there is an absence of a governor, it can lead to instability and lack of control. Without a governor, there would be no oversight or regulation of the government or its institutions. This could result in a power vacuum, potential conflicts, and a breakdown of governance.