The Cabinet is made up of people who serve as subject-area experts and advisors to the Youth Governor. Cabinet members may lobby committee members, House Representatives, and Senators for the Youth Governor’s priorities. Cabinet members work with the Youth Governor on his/her package of Bills and may suggest and develop amendments to Bills.
In addition, the Cabinet members provide information and recommendations about Bills in their committee area (for example, the Commissioner of Agriculture might provide information or recommendations on a Bill being considered by the Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry committee).
Cabinet members may testify at Public Hearings but may not speak on the floor of the House or Senate. They can invite Representatives and Senators to meet in the Governor’s Office or pass a note asking a Representative or Senator to present information on behalf of the Governor’s Office.
Each cabinet member has a specific role and committee assignment:
| Role | Committee Assignment |
|---|---|
| Attorney General | Supreme Court |
| Chief of Staff | Youth Governor’s Chief Advisor |
| Commissioner of Agriculture | Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry |
| Commissioner of Education | Education and Cultural Services |
| Commissioner of Health and Human Services | Health and Human Services |
| Commissioner of Labor | Innovation, Development and Economic Advancement |
| Commissioner of Fish and Wildlife | Natural Resources |
| Commissioner of Public Safety | Criminal Justice and Public Safety |
| Commissioner of Transportation | Transportation and Technology |
| State Treasurer | Appropriations and Financial Affairs |
| Secretary of State | State and Local Government |
