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If a governor resigns or leaves office midterm, the lieutenant governor typically assumes the role of governor, as they are the next in line for the position. In some states, if there is no lieutenant governor, the state legislature or a designated official may appoint an interim governor. The specific procedures can vary by state, so it's important to consult the relevant state laws for precise details.
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If a California governor leaves or resigns from office who serves the remainder of his term?
The Leiutenant Governor
Who becomes Governor of Arizona when and if the current Governor resigns their office?
The Secretary of State. Arizona doesn't have a Lt. Governor but the constitution delegates this duty to the Secretary of State (along with the normal operation of that office).
If the governor of Texas is removed from office before the end of his or her term?
If the governor of Texas dies, resigns, or is removed, the lieutenant governor will take his place until reelection.
What happens when a state lieutenant governor resigns?
When a vacancy occurs in the office of the lieutenant governor of Texas, the Senate will elect one of its members as the acting President of the Senate until the next state-wide office election.
Is the lieutenant governor in the US Government?
The office of Lieutenant Governor is found in the States of the USA. It's purpose is to assist the State's Governor, and take a Governor's place in case the Governor resigns and or becomes to ill to perform the duties of Governor. In a manner of speaking, the office of Lieutenant Governor closely resembles the role in the Federal Government of the Vice President.
If us senator dies or resigns in Minnesota who replaces him and for how long?
A special election can be held or the governor can appoint someone to the office. They serve what is left of the term.
How long does each cabinet member serve?
A cabinet member serves until the president leaves office, is asked to leave, or resigns. They are not elected.
Who is next in line to the governor?
Depending on the situation, this could be:The Lieutenant Governor (if the Governor resigns, dies, or is otherwise incapable of serving in his office for the full-term).The Governor-electOther candidates for Governor who will become Governor-elect after an election.
When will the midterm senators take office?
At noon on the 20th of January after election
If the governor dies who becomes president?
The Secretary of State assumes the power of the Governor when the current Governor dies, resigns, or leaves office for other reasons. The current Secretary of State in Arizona is Jan Brewer, a Republican. The current Governor of Arizona is Janet Napolitano, a Democrat, who is currently being considered to become part of President-Elect Obama's cabinet.
For how long does a pope hold office?
The pope remains in office until death unless he resigns.
When would the vice president take over the presidency?
When the current president dies. Also if the current president resigns from office. Also if the president is impeachedAdded: . . . or becomes too ill or incapacitated to carry out his duties,
