Governor
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The title Governor refers to the chief executive of each superregion, not directly subordinate to the federal authorities, but the political and ceremonial head of the state.
There are currently 4 women and 4 men serving as governors of the 8 superregions that form the United States (Appalachia, Heartlands, Gulf Coast, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Northwest, Norteast, Southwest).
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Authorities
Executive Power and Legislating Power
The governor thus heads the executive branch in each supperegione and, may have considerable control over government budgeting. In the USG canon, the Governor has a vital role in legislation. The governor also has additional roles, such as that of Commander-in-Chief of the superregions' National Guard, and partial or absolute power to commute or pardon a criminal sentence. U.S. governors serve four-year terms.
In most cases, the governor has considerable practical powers, though this may be moderated by the superregion's legislature and in some cases by other elected executive officials. They can veto bills, though these can be overriden by the legislature.
Appointments
The Governor has the power of appointment of many officials (though this power is barely used in USG canon), and whenever there is a sudden vacancy of one of the superregions's 4 U.S. Senate seats, that governor appoints someone to fill the vacancy until a special election is held.
Other Duties
A superregion governor may give an annual State of the Region Address in order to satisfy a constitutional stipulation that a governor must report annually, on the state or condition of it. Governors of states may also perform ceremonial roles, such as greeting dignitaries, conferring state decorations, issuing symbolic proclamations or attending the state fair. The governor may also have an official residence.
Election and Replacement
In all states, the governor is directly elected, and has a 4-year term. In the case the office of the governor goes vacant, the Lt. Governor ascends to the seat and effectively becomes Governor.
In the case there is no Lt. Governor, the office is occupied by either the most senior official in the region, or by the Secretary of State. In both cases, the replacement acts as Acting Governor.
Current Majority
After the 2010 elections, the current division of Governors is the following
| Party | Seats | |
|---|---|---|
| Republican Party | 4 | |
| Democratic Party | 4 |
National Governor Association's Leadership
To be done.
Current Governors
To be done.
