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How often are the governors elected in Washington?

In Washington, the governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, treasurer, auditor, attorney general, superintendent of public instruction, and commissioner of public lands are elected every four years. Elections are held in November and winners assume office the following January, serving until their successors are elected and qualified.

What are the qualifications for a state office?

Additionally, Article 3, Section 25 of the state constitution establishes the qualifications of state offices in general: 1 a citizen of the United States 2 a qualified elector in Washington

Who is the executive department?

The executive department shall consist of a governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, treasurer, auditor, attorney general, superintendent of public instruction, and a commissioner of public lands, who shall be severally chosen by the qualified electors of the state at the same time and place of voting as for the members of the legislature.

Authority

  • Article 3 of the state constitutionestablishes the state's executive offices. Article III, Section 2:
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Qualifications

  • Under state law, the attorney general must be a qualified practitioner of the state supreme court. Additionally, Article 3, Section 25 of the state constitutionestablishes the qualifications of state offices in general: 1. a citizen of the United States 2. a qualified elector in Washington
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Elections

  • In Washington, the governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, treasurer, auditor, attorney general, superintendent of public instruction, and commissioner of public landsare elected every four years. Elections are held in November and winners assume office the following January, serving until their successors are elected and qualified.
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Vacancies

  • In the event of a vacancy in this office, the governorshall fill the vacancy by appointment. The term of the appointee expires when a successor has been elected and qualified.
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Duties

  • The specific duties of the attorney general are outlined in Chapter 43 of the Washington state laws:
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Historical Officeholders

  • There have been 18 attorneys general since Washington became a state on November 11, 1889. Prior to statehood, James Metcalf was the attorney general for the territory.
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Recent News

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