executive branch
enforces laws
Duties of the executive branch
governor
state elected offiicials
state officials selected from districts
department of civil service
officers
appointed board and commissions
22 executive departments
The Cabinet- has 15 executive departments
Department of Agriculture- develops policy on farming and agriculture and food.
The Department of Commerce- improves living standards for all Americans by promoting economic development and technological innovation.
Department of defense- provides military forces to protect and secure out Country.
Department of education- fosters education excellence and equal access to education.
Department of energy- advances the national, economic, emery security of the US.
Department of health and human services- works to prevent disease outbreaks, assure food and drug safety and provide health insurance.
Department of home land security- prevents terrorist attacks and protects American people.
Department of housing and Urban development- addresses america's housing needs.
Department of the interior- protects American natural resources, offers recreation opportunities and protect fish and wild life.
Department of Justice- enforce the law and defends the interest of the US according to the law.
Department of Labor- address job training, safe working conditions, and fair pay.
Department of State- employments the president foreign policy.
Department of transportation- insures fast, safe, efficient, accessible, and convenient transportation.
Department for the Treasury- is responsible for economic prosperity.
Department of veterans affairs- administers benefits for veterans and their family's.