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How many terms can a governor serve in WV?
Executive branch The chief executive of West Virginia is the governor of West Virginia, who is elected to a four-year term at the same time as presidential elections. The governor is sworn in the January following the November election. A governor may only serve two consecutive terms.
Who was the previous governor of West Virginia?
Living former governors of West Virginia
| Governor | Gubernatorial term | Date of birth (and age) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaston Caperton | 1989–1997 | February 21, 1940 |
| Bob Wise | 2001–2005 | January 6, 1948 |
| Joe Manchin | 2005–2010 | August 24, 1947 |
| Earl Ray Tomblin | 2010–2011(acting), 2011–2017 | March 15, 1952 |
Who was the first governor of West Virginia?
The state’s first governor, Arthur I. Boreman, served the most consecutive terms, resigning a week before the end of his third term. Daniel D.T. Farnsworth was Senate President at the time; he filled the last seven days of Boreman’s term and remains the shortest-serving governor.
Who is the head of government in West Virginia?
The Governor of West Virginia is the head of the executive branch of West Virginia’s state government and the commander-in-chief of the state’s military forces.
When was West Virginia admitted to the Union?
Since West Virginia was admitted to the Union on June 20, 1863, during the American Civil War, 34 men have served as governor.
How long does the Governor of West Virginia serve?
Under the current Constitution of West Virginia, ratified in 1872, the governor serves a four-year term commencing on the Monday after the second Wednesday in the January following an election. The original constitution of 1863 only called for a two-year term.