according to your notes on factors that influence public policy and the public policy agenda in a state, which elected official can have a significant impact?

The correct answers is - Governor.

Explanation:

In the United States, Governor as a representative of the executive branch of power in a particular state performs role both of chief executive officer and of a commander-in-chief.

Executing their powers of advancing and pursuing public policies, governors can employ a variety of tools, such as, executive orders and legislative proposals. Governors with greater control over budgetary process might use their power to advance certain policies both on statewide and local level.