The premier of Tasmania is the head of government of the Australian state of Tasmania. The premier is the leader of the cabinet of Tasmania, and nominates its ministers for appointment by the governor. The premier is appointed by the governor based on the premier's ability to command confidence within the House of Assembly. To this end, the governor usually appoints the leader of the party or coalition that controls a majority of seats in the House of Assembly. However, due to Tasmania's electoral system and tendency to elect minority governments, the governor can appoint a premier on the expectation that confidence is tested in parliament.