### Question
How does the law define Governor?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 6371*, **Governor** is defined as:

> the chief executive officer of a State or his designee

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 6371*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 76-AGE DISCRIMINATION IN FEDERALLY ASSISTED PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER III-IMPROVING ENERGY EFFICIENCY > Part E-Energy Conservation Program for Schools and Hospitals**

