Lieutenant Governor of Virginia: A Comprehensive Guide
Duties and Responsibilities
The Lieutenant Governor of Virginia is the second-highest-ranking official in the state government, after the Governor.
Their primary responsibilities are:
- Presiding over the Virginia Senate
- Serving as the Governor's deputy and successor
- Promoting economic development and tourism
The Lieutenant Governor also serves as a member of the Board of Education and the Virginia Economic Development Partnership.
Other Roles
While presiding over the state’s Senate, the lieutenant governor is responsible for:
- Maintaining order during sessions
- Enforcing the Senate's rules
- Deciding procedural questions
- Casting tie-breaking votes
- Appointing members to certain legislative committees
The Lieutenant Governor also represents the Governor at official events and functions.
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