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The governor of Chiapas is the chief executive of the Mexican stateofChiapas. The state constitution stipulates a term of 6 years, to which governors can only be elected once. It also specifies the qualifications for becoming governor: a Mexican citizen by birth, aged at least 30 years old, and having not less than 5 years residency in Chiapas. The current governor is Rutilio Escandón from the MRN, who assumed the position in 2018.
| Governor of Chiapas | |
|---|---|
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Rutilio Escandón since December 8, 2018 | |
| Term length | Six years, non-renewable. |
| Inaugural holder | Manuel José de Rojas |
| Formation | September 14, 1825 |
