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Virginia Code Title 2.2. Administration of Government § 2.2-800. Department of Accounts created;  appointment of Comptroller;  oath

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A. There is created a Department of Accounts (the “Department”). The Director of the Department shall be known as the Comptroller.  He shall be appointed by the Governor to serve at his pleasure.

B. The Comptroller shall, under the direction and control of the Governor, exercise the powers and perform the duties conferred or imposed upon him by law and perform such other duties as may be required by the Governor.

C. The Comptroller, before entering upon the discharge of his duties, shall take an oath that he will faithfully and honestly execute the duties of his office.

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