Powers of the Governor CG3

Works with Legislature to pass bills

Meets with industry leaders to encourage business in Georgia

Represents the state in official state meetings

Managing the state's budget

Sends Georgia Highway Patrol and GBI into communities when needed.

Makes the annual "State of the State" address

Serves as Commander in Chief of the National Guard in Georgia

acting as honarary head of the political party that elected him to office

Issuing proclamations to honor individuals, holidays, or special events

Directs the Attorney General to act as a representative in law cases in Georgia.