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This resource provides a comprehensive overview of the North Carolina State Legislature and Executive Branch, detailing their roles, powers, and structure. It discusses the composition of the General Assembly, including the House of Representatives and Senate, which are based on population and redistricted every ten years. The responsibilities of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and their cabinet are also examined, along with key powers such as veto authority and appointment powers. Comparisons with the federal government highlight similarities and differences in governance.
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C&E Notes 2.02 and 3.02 North Carolina State Legislative and Executive Branches
NC State Legislature North Carolina Constitution Makes state Laws (statutes) General Assembly House of Representatives and Senate 120, based on pop. with districts redrawn every 10 years 50, based on pop. with districts redrawn every 10 years
NC State Legislature House – 2 years / Senate – 2 years Speaker of the House Lieutenant Governor, President Pro Tempore Governor 3/5 of both houses of the General Assembly
NC State Executive Branch NC Constitution Execute/Carry out Laws Governor and Lieutenant Governor 4 years, limit to 2 consecutive terms Pardons? YES Appointments? YES Veto Power: YES
NC State Executive Branch NC Cabinet and Council of State Governor selects NC Cabinet Voters choose Council of State
USA compared to NC SIMILARITIES DIFFERENCES