Legal Definitions - state government

Definition: The government of a state of the United States. It refers to the political organs of a country regardless of their function or level, and regardless of the subject matter they deal with.

Examples:

• The governor of California is the head of the state government.
• The state government of Texas is responsible for managing public schools, highways, and prisons.
• In the United States, each state has its own government that is separate from the federal government.

The examples illustrate that state government is responsible for managing the affairs of a particular state, such as public services, law enforcement, and education. Each state has its own government that is separate from the federal government, which is responsible for national matters.