Georgia Constitution Practice Exam

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Which statement about the Board of Regents for the University System of Georgia is NOT true?

The appropriations for the University System is made in a lump sum
The governor can remove the members of the Board of Regents at any time
Members of the Board serve for seven-year terms
The Board of Regents has the exclusive authority to create new colleges

The correct answer is: The governor can remove the members of the Board of Regents at any time

The statement regarding the governor's ability to remove members of the Board of Regents is not true because, in practice, members of the Board of Regents cannot be removed from their positions at will by the governor. Instead, there are specific provision and justifiable reasons outlined for removal. This reflects a level of autonomy granted to the Board in the governance of the University System of Georgia, ensuring its operations are not subject to arbitrary changes in membership due to the political whims of the state’s executive. The other statements accurately reflect the operational procedures and governance structure of the Board of Regents. For example, lump-sum appropriations allow for flexibility in budget management, while the specified seven-year terms for members ensure a staggered and democratic representation within the Board. Additionally, the exclusive authority to create new colleges emphasizes the autonomy and responsibility appointed to the Board in overseeing the educational landscape in Georgia.