The governor of Vermont is the head of government of the U.S. stateofVermont. The officeholder is elected in even-numbered years by direct voting for a term of two years. Vermont and bordering New Hampshire are the only states to hold gubernatorial elections every two years, instead of every four as in the other 48 U.S. states.[2]
| Governor of Vermont | |
|---|---|
Arms of the State of Vermont
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Phil Scott since January 5, 2017 | |
| Government of Vermont | |
| Status | Head of state Head of government |
| Residence | None official |
| Seat | State House (Ceremonial office) The Pavilion (Working office) |
| Nominator | Political parties |
| Appointer | Majority vote |
| Term length | Two years, no term limits |
| Constituting instrument | Constitution of Vermont |
| Precursor | Governor of the Vermont Republic |
| Inaugural holder | Thomas Chittenden |
| Deputy | Lieutenant Governor of Vermont |
| Salary | $142,542 (2013)[1] |
| Website | Official website  |
There is no limit on the number of terms a Vermont governor can serve.[3] If no candidate receives at least 50% plus one vote of all votes for governor cast in the election, the governor of Vermont is then elected by the state legislature.[4] The incumbent Vermont governor is Republican Phil Scott. He was sworn in on January 5, 2017, becoming Vermont's 82nd governor.
The governor's working offices are located in The Pavilion in the state capitalofMontpelier, Vermont. The Governor's ceremonial office, used during the legislative session of the General Assembly, is located in the Vermont State House, also in Montpelier.
The Constitution of Vermont details the powers of the governor:[5]
The lieutenant governor of Vermont is elected separately from the governor.[6] If the incumbent governor dies, resigns or is removed from office via impeachment, then the lieutenant governor becomes governor.[6] The lieutenant governor is also the lieutenant general "forces of the State".[6]
