Section 9-1-201 - Chief Executive Officer; Powers and Duties Generally

9-1-201. Chief executive officer; powers and duties generally. In accordance with the Wyoming constitution, the governor is the chief executive officer of the state of Wyoming. The governor shall formulate and administer the policies of, and shall exercise general supervision, direction and control over the executive branch of state government. The governor shall have the authority to obtain the criminal background history of an employee, intern or applicant for employment or an internship in the governor's office.