North Carolina § 143A-4 - Policy-making authority and administrative powers of Governor; delegation.

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§ 143A-4. Policy-making authority and administrative powers of Governor; delegation.

The Governor, in accordance with Article III of the Constitution of North Carolina, shall be the chief executive officer of the State. Subject to the Constitution and laws of this State, the Governor shall be responsible for formulating and administering the policies of the executive branch of the State government. Where a conflict arises in connection with the administration of the policies of the executive branch of the State government with respect to the reorganization of State government, such conflict shall be resolved by the Governor, and the decision of the Governor shall be final. History (1971, c. 864, s. 1.)

Source: official North Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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