Governors of the State of Kansas

"The governor of the State of Kansas heads the executive branch, which includes the lieutenant governor, secretary of state, and attorney general. Territorial governors were appointed by the U. S. President. After statehood, for more than 100 years, the electorate filled these offices every two years. Beginning with the 1974 election, the term of office became four years." - Source: Kansas State Historical Society

This section of the Kansas State History website contains information and resources about the governors of the State of Kansas since the state was admitted to the Union in 1861.  

Article I of the Constitution of the State of Kansas spells out the duties and responsibilities of the Governor. You can read the Constitution of Kansas by clicking on the link I have provided.

General Websites about Kansas Governors

Here is a list of websites that has information about the Governors of the State of Kansas. 

 For specific information on individual Governors, please click on the Governor's name that you are interested in below.

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Governor Frank L. Hagaman Written by Rick Brainard Hits: 1148
Governor Edward F. Arn Written by Rick Brainard Hits: 1011
Governor Fred Hall Written by Rick Brainard Hits: 1115
Governor John McCuish Written by Rick Brainard Hits: 1047
Governor George Docking Written by Rick Brainard Hits: 1061
Governor John, Jr. Anderson Written by Rick Brainard Hits: 973
Governor William H. Avery Written by Rick Brainard Hits: 968
Governor Robert B. Docking Written by Rick Brainard Hits: 1096
Governor Robert F. Bennett Written by Rick Brainard Hits: 1567
Governor John William Carlin Written by Rick Brainard Hits: 956
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