What does a lieutenant governor do?
Career: Lieutenant Governor
A Lieutenant Governor is the second-highest executive officer in a U.S. state, serving as the immediate successor to the Governor. Their responsibilities vary by state but often include presiding over the state senate, overseeing specific government initiatives, and stepping in when the Governor is absent or unable to serve. Some states do not have a Lieutenant Governor, while in others, they are elected separately or run on the same ticket as the Governor.