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Henry McMaster

Republican Governor
State
South Carolina

Henry McMaster is a Republican Governor of South Carolina.

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.

Henry McMaster serves as Governor of South Carolina.

As Governor, Henry McMaster is the chief executive of South Carolina, responsible for signing or vetoing legislation, preparing the state budget, appointing officials, and commanding the state National Guard.

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