Arizona Constitution Article 5 - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT
Arizona Constitution – Article 5: Executive Department
Short Title:
Powers and Organization of Arizona’s Executive Branch
Overview:
Article 5 of the Arizona Constitution defines the structure, powers, duties, and qualifications of the state’s Executive Department—the branch responsible for enforcing laws and managing the day-to-day operations of the state government.
Key Provisions:
1. Executive Officers
Establishes key executive offices, such as:
Governor
Secretary of State
Attorney General
State Treasurer
Superintendent of Public Instruction
Mine Inspector
Other officers as provided by law
2. Governor’s Powers and Duties
The Governor is the chief executive of the state.
Powers include:
Enforcing state laws
Preparing and submitting the state budget
Granting pardons (except in cases of impeachment)
Calling special legislative sessions
Making appointments as authorized by law
3. Election and Qualifications
Sets qualifications for executive officers (e.g., age, residency)
Defines terms of office and election procedures
4. Succession and Removal
Procedures for succession if the Governor is unable to serve
Grounds and procedures for removal from office
5. Other Executive Functions
May establish additional duties and offices by law
Provides for compensation of executive officers
Purpose:
To provide a clear framework for the functioning and responsibilities of the executive branch.
To balance power among the different executive officers.
To ensure accountability and proper governance.
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