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| Governor of Colorado | |
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 Seal of the Executive Office | |
| Style | The Honorable |
| Residence | Colorado Governor's Mansion |
| Term length | Four years, renewable once consecutively |
| Inaugural holder | John Long Routt |
| Formation | August 1, 1876 |
| Deputy | Dianne Primavera |
| Salary | $90,000 (2013) |
| Website | www.colorado.gov/governor |
The Governor of Colorado is the chief executive of the U.S. state of Colorado. The governor is the head of the executive branch of Colorado's state government.
The governor is charged with enforcing state laws. The governor has the power to either approve or veto bills passed by the Colorado General Assembly and to grant pardons, except in cases of treason or impeachment. The governor is also the commander-in-chief of the state's military forces.
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