The Governor of Illinois is the head of the executive branch of the state government. This position is responsible for enforcing state laws, overseeing the state budget, and managing various state agencies. The governor also has the power to veto legislation passed by the Illinois General Assembly and can call special sessions of the legislature. Elected for a four-year term, the governor can serve a maximum of two consecutive terms. The current governor is part of the Democratic Party, which has historically held the office for many years. The governor's residence is located in Springfield, the state capital.