List of governors of Missouri
The governor of Missouri is the head of government of the U.S. state of Missouri and the commander-in-chief of the Missouri National Guard. The governor has a duty to enforce state laws and the power to either approve or veto bills passed by the Missouri Legislature, to convene the legislature and grant pardons, except in cases of impeachment.
| Governor of Missouri | |
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| Style | The Honorable |
| Residence | Missouri Governor's Mansion |
| Term length | Four years, renewable once |
| Precursor | Governor of Missouri Territory |
| Inaugural holder | Alexander McNair |
| Formation | September 18, 1820 Constitution of Missouri |
| Deputy | Lieutenant Governor of Missouri |
| Salary | US$133,820.88 per year (2013) |
| Website | governor |
| Elections in Missouri |
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The current governor is Republican Mike Parson, who took office on June 1, 2018.
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