The governor of New York can serve an unlimited number of terms. There are no term limits imposed on the office of governor in New York, meaning an individual may be elected governor for as many four-year terms as they win
. Currently, the governor is elected every four years by a popular vote, and the New York Constitution does not restrict the number of terms a governor may serve
. Although Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed instituting term limits of two consecutive terms for statewide elected officials, including the governor, this reform would require a constitutional amendment approved by the legislature and voters, and has not yet been enacted
. In summary, as of now, a governor in New York may serve unlimited four-year terms.
