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Governor of Puebla
Coat of arms of Puebla.svg
Incumbent
Sergio Salomón Céspedes

since 15 December 2022
Term length Six years, non-renewable.

The Governor of Puebla is like the president or mayor for the Mexican state of Puebla. This person is the main leader and makes important decisions for everyone living in the state. They are in charge of the state government and work to improve things like schools, roads, and safety.

The governor is chosen by the people of Puebla in an election. Once elected, they serve for six years. They cannot be elected again right after their term ends.

What Does a Governor Do?

A governor has many important jobs. They are responsible for making sure the laws of the state are followed. They also create new plans and projects to help the state grow and become better for its citizens.

  • Leading the Government: The governor oversees all the different departments and agencies in the state government.
  • Making Decisions: They make big decisions about the state's budget, how money is spent, and what projects get started.
  • Representing Puebla: The governor is the official representative of Puebla when dealing with the national government of Mexico or other states.
  • Keeping People Safe: They work with police and other emergency services to keep the state safe.

Recent Governors of Puebla

Puebla has had many governors throughout its history. Here are some of the more recent leaders who have served the state:

Recent Governors of Puebla
# Image Name Took office Left office Party Notes
44 Sergio Salomón Céspedes 2022 Incumbent Morena Party (Mexico).png MRN Substitute Governor
43 Miguel Barbosa Huerta 2019 2022 Morena Party (Mexico).png MRN Died while in office
42 Guillermo Pacheco Pulido 2019 2019 Interim Interim governor after a tragic event
41 Jesus rodriguez (cropped).jpg Jesús Rodríguez Almeida 2018 2019 Acting Acting governor for a short time
40 Martha Erika Alonso de Moreno Valle.jpg Martha Érika Alonso Hidalgo 2018 2018 PAN Party (Mexico).svg PAN Died in a helicopter crash
39 Retrato Oficial Antonio Gali Fayad.jpg José Antonio Gali Fayad 2017 2018 PAN Party (Mexico).svg PAN
38 Rafael Moreno Valle (cropped).jpg Rafael Moreno Valle Rosas 2011 2017 PAN Party (Mexico).svg PAN
37 MarioMarinTorres (cropped).jpg Mario Marín Torres 2005 2011 PRI Party (Mexico).svg PRI
36 Melquiades Morales.jpg Melquiades Morales Flores 1999 2005 PRI Party (Mexico).svg PRI
35 Manuel Bartlett (cropped).jpg Manuel Bartlett Díaz 1993 1999 PRI Party (Mexico).svg PRI

Different Types of Governors

Sometimes, a governor might not serve a full six-year term. This can happen for different reasons:

  • Interim Governor: An interim governor is a temporary leader chosen to fill the position until a new election can be held or a permanent governor is appointed. This happens when the elected governor cannot finish their term.
  • Acting Governor: An acting governor steps in for a very short time, often when the elected governor is away or temporarily unable to perform their duties.
  • Substitute Governor: A substitute governor is appointed by the state legislature to complete the rest of a governor's term if the elected governor leaves office permanently before their term ends.

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See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Gobernador de Puebla para niños

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