Illinois Constitution ARTICLE V - THE EXECUTIVE
Illinois Constitution – Article V: The Executive
Summary:
Article V of the Illinois Constitution outlines the Executive Branch of the state government. It defines the structure, roles, and powers of the executive officers, as well as the procedures for election, succession, and removal.
Key Sections and Provisions:
Executive Officers
The Executive Branch includes the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, Comptroller, and Treasurer.
All are elected separately for four-year terms.
Qualifications
To hold office, a person must be:
A U.S. citizen
At least 25 years old
A resident of Illinois for the three years preceding the election
Governor's Powers and Duties
The Governor is the chief executive and is responsible for:
Enforcing laws
Approving or vetoing legislation
Appointing officials (with Senate approval)
Granting pardons
Serving as commander-in-chief of the state’s military forces
Lieutenant Governor
Assumes duties assigned by the Governor or as provided by law.
Succeeds the Governor in case of death, resignation, removal, or inability to serve.
Other Officers' Duties
Attorney General: Chief legal officer of the state
Secretary of State: Maintains state records and oversees motor vehicle laws
Comptroller: Manages the state’s financial accounts and payments
Treasurer: Safeguards and invests state funds
Vacancies and Succession
Procedures for filling vacancies in executive offices are established.
The line of succession for the Governor is: Lieutenant Governor → Attorney General → elected officials as provided by law.
Impeachment and Removal
Executive officers can be impeached by the House of Representatives and tried by the Senate.
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