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Massachusetts Constitutional Officers

Statewide Elected Officials

Massachusetts has six statewide constitutional officers who help run the executive branch and safeguard democracy in the Commonwealth. All six serve four-year terms. The Governor and Lieutenant Governor run together on a single joint ticket.

Governor

Maura Healey

The state’s chief executive. Manages state agencies, proposes legislation, and signs or vetoes bills passed by the General Court. Also leads the state’s emergency response.

Contact: Governor’s Office

Lieutenant Governor

Kim Driscoll

Succeeds the Governor if the office becomes vacant and serves as a voting member of the Governor’s Council. Also leads the administration’s work with cities and towns.

Contact: Governor’s Office

Attorney General

Andrea Joy Campbell

The Commonwealth’s chief legal officer. Represents the state in legal matters, enforces consumer protection and civil rights laws, and investigates fraud and corruption.

Contact: Attorney General’s Office

State Treasurer

Deborah B. Goldberg

Oversees state funds, manages public employee pensions, administers the State Lottery, and leads financial literacy programs.

Contact: Treasurer’s Office

State Auditor

Diana DiZoglio

Conducts independent audits and investigations of state agencies to ensure accountability and the proper use of public funds.

Contact: Auditor’s Office

Secretary of the Commonwealth

William F. Galvin

Oversees elections administration, public records and archives, securities regulation, and the state’s corporations division.

Contact: Secretary’s Office | Elections Division

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