67-1-1. General powers and duties. In addition to those prescribed by the constitution, the governor has the following powers and must perform the following duties: (1) He shall supervise the official conduct of all executive and ministerial officers. (2) He shall see that all offices are filled and the duties thereof performed, or in default […]
Effective 5/5/2021 67-1-1.5. Gubernatorial appointment powers. (1) As used in this section: (a) “Board member” means each gubernatorial appointee to any state board, committee, commission, council, or authority. (b) “Executive branch management position” includes department executive directors, division directors, and any other administrative position in state government where the person filling the position: (i) works […]
67-1-10. Spouse of the governor — Status as state employee. The spouse of the governor of the state, when acting as a representative of this state, shall be considered a state employee. Enacted by Chapter 70, 1985 General Session
67-1-11. Gender balance in appointing board members. (1) As used in this section, “appointing authority” means the speaker of the House, the president of the Senate, the governor, the governor’s designee, nominating committee, or executive branch officer or other body empowered by statute or rule to make any appointment or nomination for appointment to any […]
Effective 7/1/2017 67-1-12. Displaced defense workers. (1) The governor, through the Department of Workforce Services, may use funds specifically appropriated by the Legislature to benefit, in a manner prescribed by Subsection (2): (a) Department of Defense employees within the state who lose their employment because of reductions in defense spending by the federal government; (b) […]
Effective 7/1/2021 67-1-14. Information technology. The governor shall review the executive branch strategic plan submitted to the governor by the chief information officer in accordance with Section 63A-16-202. Amended by Chapter 345, 2021 General Session
Affected by 63I-1-267 on 12/31/2027 Effective 5/9/2017 67-1-15. Approval of international trade agreement — Consultation with Utah International Relations and Trade Commission. Before binding the state or giving the federal government consent to bind the state to an international trade agreement the Governor shall consult with the Utah International Relations and Trade Commission. Amended by […]
67-1-16. Reservation of area for governor. (1) As used in this section: (a) “Architectural integrity” means the architectural elements, materials, color, and quality of the original building construction. (b) “Capitol hill” means the grounds, monuments, parking areas, buildings, and other man-made and natural objects within the area bounded by 300 North Street, Columbus Street, 500 […]
Effective 5/5/2021 67-1-17. Government operations privacy officer. (1) As used in this section: (a) “Independent entity” means the same as that term is defined in Section 63E-1-102. (b) (i) “Personal data” means any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual. (ii) “Personal data” includes personally identifying information. (c) (i) “Privacy practice” means the acquisition, […]
Effective 1/1/2021 67-1-2. Senate confirmation of gubernatorial nominees — Verification of nomination requirements — Consultation on appointments — Notification of anticipated vacancies. (1) Until October 1, 2020, unless waived by a majority of the president of the Senate, the Senate majority leader, and the Senate minority leader, 15 days before any Senate session to confirm […]
Effective 7/1/2021 67-1-2.5. Executive boards — Database — Governor’s review of new boards. (1) As used in this section: (a) “Administrator” means the boards and commissions administrator designated under Subsection (3). (b) “Executive board” means an executive branch board, commission, council, committee, working group, task force, study group, advisory group, or other body: (i) with […]
Effective 5/12/2020 67-1-3. Removal of gubernatorial appointee. (1) Any time during a recess of the Legislature, the governor may remove any gubernatorial appointee for official misconduct, habitual or willful neglect of duty, or for other good and sufficient cause. (2) If the appointment required the advice and consent of the Senate, the governor may fill […]
67-1-4. Records to be kept. The governor must cause to be kept the following records: (1) An account of all his official expenses and disbursements, including the incidental expenses of his department, and an account of all rewards offered by him for the apprehension of criminals and persons charged with crime. (2) A register of […]
Effective 5/12/2020 67-1-5. Commissioning officers. The governor must commission all officers of the militia, and all officers appointed by the governor or by the governor with the advice and consent of the Senate. Amended by Chapter 373, 2020 General Session
67-1-6. Acting governor — Powers and duties. Every provision of law relating to the powers and duties of the governor, and relating to acts and duties to be performed by others toward him, extends to the person performing, for the time being, the duties of governor. No Change Since 1953
Affected by 63I-1-267 on 7/1/2027 Effective 7/1/2021 67-1-8.1. Executive Residence Commission — Recommendations as to use, maintenance, and operation of executive residence. (1) The Legislature finds and declares that: (a) the state property known as the Thomas Kearns Mansion is a recognized state landmark possessing historical and architectural qualities that should be preserved; and (b) […]
Effective 5/5/2021 67-1-9. Governor’s residence — Sources of funds. (1) The Kearns’ mansion shall be the official residence of the governor. (2) The Division of Facilities Construction and Management may apply for, accept and expend funds from federal and other sources for carrying out the purposes of Section 67-1-8.1 and this section. Amended by Chapter […]
