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Washington Governor's Executive Orders & Related Documents

Introduction

Article 3, section 5 of the Washington State Constitution deals with the Governor's general duties. "The governor may require information in writing from the officers of the state upon any subject relating to the duties of their respective offices, and shall see that the laws are faithfully executed."

Executive orders are the most common type of official pronouncements issued by Governors. Other types include directives and proclamations.