President of Honduras Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids President of the Republic of Honduras
Coat of arms of Honduras
Incumbent Xiomara Castro since 27 January 2022
Style	Madam President (informal) Her Excellency (diplomatic)
Residence	Palacio José Cecilio del Valle
Term length	Four years
Constituting instrument	Constitution of Honduras (1982)
Inaugural holder	José Francisco Zelaya y Ayes
Formation	September 16, 1824 (200 years ago) (1824-09-16) (first) 27 January 1982 (current)
Deputy	Vice President of Honduras
Salary	102,560 Honduran lempiras/4,159 USD per month
Website	presidencia.gob.hn

The President of Honduras is the top leader of the country. This person is officially called the President of the Republic of Honduras. They act as both the head of state (representing the country) and the head of government (leading the government). The President is also the Commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces, meaning they are in charge of the military.

Honduras has three main parts to its government: the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches. The President leads the Executive branch. Their main job is to make sure the country's Constitution, laws, and agreements are followed. The President is chosen by the people in an election and serves for four years.

Becoming President: Rules to Follow

To become President of Honduras, a person must meet strict requirements. These rules help make sure the leader is fair and dedicated to the country.

Here are some of the main requirements:

They must be born in Honduras.
They need to be over 30 years old when the election happens.
They must have all the rights of a Honduran citizen.
They cannot be a leader of any church or religious group.
They cannot be actively serving in the military for six months before the election.
They cannot have held certain government jobs (like a judge or a secretary of state) for at least six months before the election.
They cannot be an officer in the armed forces or police, or an active soldier, for at least 12 months before the election.
They cannot be married to or related to the current President, any military leader, or certain other high-ranking officials in the year before the election.

What the President Does

The Constitution of Honduras gives the President many important duties and powers. These powers help the President lead the country and make sure it runs smoothly.

Here are some of the key things the President can do:

Make sure the Constitution and all laws are followed.
Guide the country's overall direction and represent Honduras to other nations.
Protect Honduras's independence, honor, and safety.
Keep peace and security within the country and defend against attacks from outside.
Choose and remove their cabinet secretaries (like ministers) and other officials.
Call special meetings of the National Congress (the law-making body).
Lead the country's foreign policy and make agreements with other countries.
Be the top leader of the Armed Forces, like a Major General.
Declare war or peace if Congress is not meeting, but must tell Congress right away.
Manage the country's money and decide how public funds are spent.
Create plans for the country's development and make sure they are put into action.
Give pardons or reduce sentences for crimes.
Organize and promote public education and healthcare.
Guide the country's economic and financial policies.
Approve, reject, or announce laws passed by Congress.
Work to improve the lives of the people of Honduras through economic and social programs.
Create or remove public services.
Make sure the Army is fair, professional, and follows orders.
Allow Honduran troops to serve in other countries, with Congress's permission.
Carry out other duties given by the Constitution and laws.

President of Honduras facts for kids

Becoming President: Rules to Follow

What the President Does

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