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Andy Beshear

Democratic Governor
State
Kentucky

Andy Beshear is a Democratic Governor of Kentucky.

About the office of Governor

The Governor is the head of the state's executive branch. Governors typically serve four-year terms (two-year terms in Vermont and New Hampshire), propose and sign the state budget, appoint agency heads and judges, and can grant pardons and commutations. During emergencies, the Governor can declare a state of emergency and mobilize the National Guard.

Andy Beshear serves as Governor of Kentucky.

As Governor, Andy Beshear is the chief executive of Kentucky, responsible for signing or vetoing legislation, preparing the state budget, appointing officials, and commanding the state National Guard.

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