Pennsylvania § 501 - Powers of Governor.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 501 — Powers of Governor., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 501. Powers of Governor.
The Governor of this Commonwealth as Commander-in-Chief shall have the powers enumerated hereafter in this title over the Pennsylvania military forces which includes the Pennsylvania National Guard when not absent from this Commonwealth on the call or order of the United States and the Pennsylvania Guard when formed, organized and equipped under order from the Governor in conformity with this title.
Source: official Pennsylvania text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 501
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 501 cover?
Section 501 ("Powers of Governor.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Pennsylvania § 501?
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Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 501 apply to my situation?
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