The Lieutenant Governor acts as the second-highest executive official in a U.S. state, serving as the first in line of succession to the governor. Key duties include acting as governor when the incumbent is absent or incapacitated, presiding over the state Senate, and leading various state boards, commissions, or policy initiatives.

**Candidates are not arranged in a particular way. ESYCC is a nonpartisan organization and does not endorse any candidate. Priorities are taken directly from campaign websites.
 

***Note that this information is only a starting point. Many candidates have the same priorities, but may have different strategies, experience or interpretations. We highly encourage you to visit the websites of candidates (linked to their name) to learn more!