AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) A new crop of Maine lawmakers has been sworn-in.

Chief Justice Leigh Saufley delivered the oath of office to lawmakers Wednesday. The governor typically administers oaths of office, but Republican Gov. Paul LePage had back surgery scheduled.

Maine’s legislative library says it’s the first time since 1880 that a sitting governor hasn’t sworn in lawmakers. A three-way race for governor in 1879 led to a disputed election and an armed standoff.

Newly sworn-in lawmakers were set to formally elect constitutional officers by secret ballot Wednesday.

Democrats nominated Rep. Aaron Frey for attorney general Tuesday. Republicans haven’t nominated a candidate.

Democratic Secretary of State Matt Dunlap is up for another term.

Democrats control the Legislature, and Democratic Attorney General Janet Mills is governor-elect.