The Governor of Massachusetts 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 and appoint officials, including judges. Elected for a four-year term, the governor can serve multiple terms. The current governor is Maura Healey, who took office in January 2023. The governor's office is located in the Massachusetts State House in Boston, which is the center of the state's political activities.