The Governor Of New Shire State is the official head of the state and is responsible for the day to day operations of the State Of New Shire. The Governor's roles vary and include signing legislation into law, executing his or her authority, responding to state-wide emergencies, signing executive orders, ensuring the safety of New Shirens, as well as advocating for the people of New Shire in various capacities.
Current Governor[]
New Shire's current Governor is Lynn Rodgers. She assumed role as the 45th Governor on May 10, 2024. She assumed the role following her successful bid for the office during the 2024 New Shire Gubernatorial Elections. Her current term will expire on May 10, 2026.
Roles And Duties Of The Governor[]
The governor's office is responsible for proposing laws, governing laws, creating and managing emergency situations, divert resources to specific areas during any type of major event including health crises, natural disaster, or any other situation that calls for excess goods and/or resources. He is also responsible for making sure New Shire's Military is ready for use by the President at any time.
List of Recent Governors[]
- Lynn Rodgers - May 10, 2024 - Present
- Thomas Cooke - September 28, 2021 - May 10, 2024
- Mark Maulkinski - May 10, 2017 - September 28, 2021
- Jerry Matson - May 10, 2012 - May 10, 2017
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Electing The Governor[]
The Gubernatorial System of Electing Government officials is hosted every 2 in New Shire. However the next election will be held on April 10, 2026, and will be the first election to be held for the revised four year term starting that year. Governor's will now be limited to two-four year terms, similar to the Presidential Term limits.
Powers and Authority[]
The Governor Of New Shire State, has executive authority over the departments, residents and agencies of New Shire State. As Governor, he or she can sign executive orders which direct the State's Government to perform specific tasks, actions or call the State Senate and Assembly to reconvene to work on a solution to an important bill, law, issue, or political event.
Notable Governors[]
- Mark Maulkinkski - Served As The Governor Of New Shire From May 10, 2017 - September 28, 2021
- Thomas Cooke - First Non-Career Politician To Hold Office Of New Shire's Governor. Currently Serves As The 44th Governor Of New Shire. Served As The 21st Lieutenant Governor Of New Shire From April 30, 2021 - September 28, 2021.
- Lynn Rodgers - The first women to be elected Governor Of New Shire. Began serving as the state's 45th Governor on May 10, 2024.
Legislation Related To The Office Of Governor[]
Gubernatorial Term Extension[]
On July 3, 2022, The New Shire State House And Senate voted to extend Gubernatorial Terms to 4 years, renewable once. It passed 125-10. 2026 will be the first year of the new four year term. Many prominent politicians are eyeing the office during the 2026 Gubernatorial campaign. Whoever is elected Governor in 2024 will be eligible to run for two more terms before they will be ineligible to run again. 2026 will be the first election to elect a Governor to the state's first four year term.
Observance Of First Four Year Gubernatorial Term[]
The first official four year gubernatorial term will be observed following the 2026 New Shire Gubernatorial Election, which will be held on April 10, 2026. The term will also be the first term-limited tenure of a governor. Lynn Rodgers, the incumbent, will be eligible to serve two four year terms even though she will have already served 2 years in office. Her term limit will reset after the 2026 election if she is reelected for the first ever four year term.