Governor of Mississippi | |
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since January 14, 2020 | |
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Status | |
Residence | Mississippi Governor's Mansion |
Term length | Four years, renewable once |
Formation | Constitution of Mississippi |
Deputy | Lieutenant Governor of Mississippi |
Salary | $122,160 (2022)[1] |
Website | governor |
The governor of Mississippi is the head of government of Mississippi and the commander-in-chief of the state's military forces. The governor has a duty to enforce state laws, and the power to either approve or veto bills passed by the Mississippi Legislature, to convene the legislature at any time, and, except in cases of treason or impeachment, to grant pardons and reprieves.