Georgia Government Quiz

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What is the term length for the Governor of Georgia?

8 years

4 years (correct)

6 years

2 years

Which of the following is a duty of the Lieutenant Governor of Georgia?

Manage the state's budget directly

Oversee the state's education policy

Chair the House of Representatives

Serve as governor if the current governor is incapacitated (correct)

How long must a candidate be a Georgia resident before running for governor?

3 years

5 years

8 years

6 years (correct)

Which officer is responsible for supervising and monitoring elections in Georgia?

Secretary of State Signup and view all the answers

Who represents the state in capital felony cases in Georgia?

Attorney General Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the Executive Branch in Georgia?

It is the largest branch of the state government Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum age requirement for the Governor of Georgia?

30 years old Signup and view all the answers

How often are the officers in Georgia's executive branch elected?

Every 4 years Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for licensing and regulating insurance companies in the state?

The Commissioner of Insurance Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following roles does the Lieutenant Governor NOT have?

Runs on the same ticket as the governor Signup and view all the answers

Which duty is NOT performed by the Governor of Georgia?

Serving as the Speaker of the House Signup and view all the answers

How long is the term of office for the Governor of Georgia?

4 years Signup and view all the answers

What role does the State School Superintendent play in the Department of Education?

Chief executive officer Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the qualifications for the Lieutenant Governor of Georgia?

Must be a Georgia resident for at least 6 years Signup and view all the answers

Which office is responsible for inspecting buildings and houses to prevent fire outbreaks?

The Department of Insurance Signup and view all the answers

Which department regulates and promotes Georgia’s agriculture industry?

The Department of Agriculture Signup and view all the answers

Which power allows the Governor to influence state legislation?

Veto power Signup and view all the answers

What type of programs does the Department of Labor administer?

Workforce programs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a duty of the Governor concerning the state budget?

Submitting a budget proposal to the legislature Signup and view all the answers

Which organization monitors safe telecommunications services?

Public Service Commission Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the informal powers of the Governor?

Issues proclamations and represents the state Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the election of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor in Georgia?

They can be from different political parties Signup and view all the answers

How many members are on the state’s Board of Education?

14 members Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of establishing the Department of Public Safety?

To protect Georgia’s citizens and their property Signup and view all the answers

What primary function does the Department of Transportation (DOT) fulfill?

Plan, construct, and maintain highways and bridges Signup and view all the answers

Which department in Georgia focuses on holding young offenders accountable?

Department of Juvenile Justice Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Board of Regents in Georgia?

Oversee public colleges and universities Signup and view all the answers

How does the Department of Revenue serve the state of Georgia?

Administers tax laws in the state Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the State Board of Pardons and Paroles?

Review requests for parole and restore civil rights Signup and view all the answers

Which agency is responsible for protecting Georgia’s forest resources?

Georgia Forestry Commission Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does the Department of Economic Development (DED) focus on?

Local and international business expansion Signup and view all the answers

Which board is responsible for overseeing natural resources in Georgia?

Board of Natural Resources Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Georgia's Executive Branch

Georgia's executive branch is responsible for enforcing laws passed by the legislature
This branch is made up of many state agencies and departments
The executive branch is the largest branch of state government

Governor

Qualifications:
- 30 years of age or older
- US citizen for at least 15 years
- Georgia resident for at least 6 years
- Elected by the citizens
- Does not need to be in the same party as the Lieutenant Governor
Terms of Office: 4 years, may run for a second term
Duties:
- Head of state and leader of executive branch
- Commander in chief of Georgia's military
- Can veto legislation from the state legislature
- Signs bills into law
- Can suggest legislation through the House floor leader
- Appoints people to lead many executive offices
- Addresses the Georgia legislature in a State of the State speech
- Director of the state budget, reports to the legislature with suggestions for spending state money

Informal Power of the Governor

Guides state agencies
Issues proclamations
Appoints people to state boards and executive offices
Works with legislators to get laws passed
Represents the state in various meetings and events
Communicates personal position on important issues

Lieutenant Governor

Qualifications: same as Governor
- 30 years old or older
- U.S. citizen for at least 15 years
- Georgia resident for at least 6 years
Term of Office: 4 years, no limit on number of terms
Responsibilities:
- Elected by citizens,
- Does not run on same ticket as the governor
- Acts as governor if governor is unable to perform duties (dies or too sick)
- President of the Senate
- Decides committee memberships and committee chairs

State Agencies

Secretary of State:
- Keeper of Georgia's Great Seal
- Custodian of the state flag, and other state symbols
- Oversees elections, monitors them in the state
Attorney General:
- Chief legal officer for the state
- Advisor to the executive branch; deals with contracts and legal concerns for the state
- Represents the state in cases concerning death penalty (capital felony cases) and any civil actions
- Investigates and prosecutes any state official or person working for the state if they are accused of wrong doing
Commissioner of Insurance:
- Licenses and regulates insurance companies within the state
- Ensures insurance rates, rules, and forms comply with state law
- Investigates insurance fraud
- Conducts inspections of buildings/houses to prevent fire outbreaks
State School Superintendent:
- Elected official
- Chief executive officer of the state's Board of Education
- Made up of 14 members (based on congressional districts)
- The department has five offices
Commissioner of Agriculture:
- Regulates, monitors and supports the agriculture industry
- Assists with businesses like convenience stores, food processing, bottling plants and other similar programs
- Supports nurseries, garden businesses and state farmers' markets
Commissioner of Labor:
- Administers workforce programs like unemployment, rehabilitation, and compliance with the Workforce Investment Act (WIA)
- Supports job training and safety programs.
Department of Public Safety:
- Oversees the Georgia State Patrol, the Capitol Police and the Motor Carrier Compliance Division
- Established in 1937, to protect the citizens and their property in Georgia
Public Service Commission (PSC):
- Monitors safe, reliable, and affordable telecommunications, electric, and natural gas services from companies
Department of Transportation (DOT):
- Plans for, constructs, and maintains highways and bridges
- Supports buses and bicycle trails
Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ):
- Holds young offenders accountable; supports youth to become productive citizens.
Department of Corrections:
- Operates safe and secure facilities to protect Georgia citizens
- Works to lower recidivism (the tendency of criminals to return to crime behaviour)
Board of Regents:
- Oversees public colleges and universities in the University System of Georgia
- Has oversight of the Georgia Archives and the Georgia Public Library System
Department of Revenue:
- Administers state tax laws
State Board of Pardons and Paroles:
- Reviews requests for parole, pardons, reprieves, remissions, and commutations.
- Can restore civil and political rights to released offenders.
Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC):
- Protects and conserves forest resources

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Test your knowledge of the structure and responsibilities of Georgia's state government. This quiz covers roles such as the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and the State School Superintendent, along with term lengths and qualifications. Perfect for students or anyone interested in Georgia's political system.