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Pennsylvania State Agencies

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A-Z Pennsylvania State Agencies Provider Directory
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A
Governor's Advisory Commission on African American Affairs
Assists African Americans in gaining full access to all opportunities afforded to the citizens of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
www.africanam.state.pa.us
Department of Aging
Serves people 60 years of age or older and their families. Through its statewide network of Area Agencies on Aging, the department provides benefits and services to older Pennsylvanians.
www.aging.state.pa.us
Constitution of Pennsylvania
Provides an online version of the Constitution of Pennsylvania.
members.aol.com
Statutes
Online version of consolidated and unconsolidated Pennsylvania statutes. Links to federal and state agencies.
members.aol.com
Council on the Arts
Exists to foster the arts in Pennsylvania and to broaden the availability and appreciation of those arts throughout the state.
www.artsnet.org
Office of Attorney General
Serves as Pennsylvania's chief law enforcement officer.
www.attorneygeneral.gov
Department of the Auditor General
Responsible for ensuring that all money to which the Commonwealth is entitled is deposited in the State Treasury and that public money is disbursed legally and properly.
www.auditorgen.state.pa.us
B
Board of Claims
Judicial and administrative agency with jurisdiction to hear and determine contract claims against the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
www.boc.state.pa.us
Bureau of State Employment
Responsible for filling non-civil service positions in all Pennsylvania state government agencies who fall under the Governor's jurisdiction.
www.bse.state.pa.us
C
Department of Education
Assists the General Assembly, the Governor, the Secretary of Education and Pennsylvania educators in providing for the maintenance and support of a thorough and efficient system of education.
www.cas.psu.edu
Department of Corrections
Maintains a safe and secure environment for both incarcerated offenders and the staff responsible for them.
www.cor.state.pa.us
D
Department of Community and Economic Development
Fosters opportunities for businesses and communities to succeed and thrive in a global economy, thereby enabling Pennsylvanians to achieve a superior quality of life.
www.dced.state.pa.us
Governor's Center For Local Government Services
Provides local governments with access to all state agencies under the Governor's jurisdiction.
www.dced.state.pa.us
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Responsible for maintaining and preserving state parks, managing state forest land, providing information on the state's ecological and geologic resources and establishing community conservation partnerships.
www.dcnr.state.pa.us
Governor's Sportsmen's Advisory Council
Advises and informs the Governor on sportsmen's issues including, but not limited to, the conservation of natural resources as well as related economic, legislative and regulatory issues.
www.dcnr.state.pa.us
Department of Environmental Protection
Protects Pennsylvania’s air, land and water from pollution and provides for the health and safety of its citizens through a cleaner environment.
www.dep.state.pa.us
Department of General Services
Provides information about general services, how to do business with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the state's current needs in construction, real estate and commodities.
www.dgs.state.pa.us
Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
Provides programs, resources, and information for Pennsylvania's veterans.
www.dmva.state.pa.us
Department of State
Ensures compliance with standards of ethics and competence in a variety of areas, including professional licensure, charitable solicitation and the electoral process.
www.dos.state.pa.us
Department of Transportation
Responsible for maintaining, restoring, and expanding the state highway system; administering the state's motor vehicle registrations and licensed drivers; and operating the state's welcome centers.
www.dot.state.pa.us
E
State Ethics Commission
Administers and enforces the provisions of Act 170 and provides guidance regarding the standards established by the Act.
www.ethics.state.pa.us
F
Fish and Boat Commission
Provides fishing and boating opportunities through the protection and management of Pennsylvania's aquatic resources.
www.fish.state.pa.us
H
Department of Health
Responsible for planning and coordinating health resources throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Licenses and regulates a variety of health facilities, such as hospitals and nursing homes.
www.health.state.pa.us
House of Representatives
Provides information on Pennsylvania's representatives, officers, and committees as well as on tours of the capitol.
www.house.state.pa.us
I
Independent Regulatory Review Commission
Reviews proposed and final regulations from Pennsylvania state agencies for consistency with the criteria contained in the Regulatory Review Act.
www.irrc.state.pa.us
L
Liquor Control Board
Provides regulation over the beverage alcohol industry in Pennsylvania as well as factual information on alcohol and its effects through a comprehensive alcohol education program.
www.lcb.state.pa.us
M
Sexual Offenders Assessment Board
Responsible for conducting an assessment of the convicted sexual offender. Composed of psychologists, psychiatrists and criminal justice experts appointed by the Governor, a full-time staff supports the Sexual Offenders Assessment Board.
www.meganslaw.state.pa.us
O
Office of Consumer Advocate
Represents the interests of Pennsylvania utility customers before the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC), federal regulatory agencies, and state and federal courts.
www.oca.state.pa.us
Governor's Office of General Counsel
Attorneys represent the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in litigation, negotiate financial transactions and counsel the Commonwealth's highest ranking officials including the Governor and his cabinet.
www.ogc.state.pa.us
Governor's Office of Administration/Office for Information Technology
Responsible for developing and promulgating statewide policies and standards governing the management and use of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's information technology (IT) investments.
www.oit.state.pa.us
Office of the Victim Advocate
Provides crime victims with a continuum of service throughout the post-sentencing process. Dedicated to streamlining the process of notification, and providing consistency in services to crime victims.
www.ova.state.pa.us
P
Public Utility Commission
Works to ensure that public utility service is competitively derived, equitably priced, safe, reliable, and available for all Pennsylvania consumers.
puc.paonline.com
Senate
Provides information about members of the Pennsylvania Senate, committees, capitol tours and the federal government.
www.pasen.gov
Turnpike Commission
Provides information about the Pennsylvania turnpike including: traveler information, expansion updates, and turnpike news releases.
www.paturnpike.com
Board of Probation and Parole
Committed to protecting the safety of the public and addressing the needs of crime victims in Pennsylvania.
www.pbpp.state.pa.us
Commission on Crime and Delinquency
Serves as a catalyst for the prevention and reduction of crime and delinquency and enhances the quality of justice for all Pennsylvanians.
www.pccd.state.pa.us
Commission for Women
Serves as an advocate for women's rights and works to ensure that women and girls have equal opportunity and treatment in all aspects of life.
www.pcw.state.pa.us
Department of Agriculture
Provides information about the agricultultural industry as well as market reports.
www.pda.state.pa.us
Emergency Management Agency
Offers up-to-date information on emergency management and fire safety matters within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
www.pema.state.pa.us
Game Commission
Responsible for wildlife management, wildlife law enforcement, land management, and public education surrounding these issues. The agency also provides other services such as issuing hunting licenses.
www.pgc.state.pa.us
Historical and Museum Commission
Responsible for the conservation of Pennsylvania's historic heritage by operating museums, historic sites and the state archives.
www.phmc.state.pa.us
Human Relations Commission
Enforces the Commonwealth's laws that prohibit discrimination.
www.phrc.state.pa.us
Securities Commission
Protects Pennsylvania investors and fosters capital formation in Pennsylvania businesses. Administers and enforces The Pennsylvania Securities Act of 1972 and the Takeover Disclosure Law of 1976.
www.psc.state.pa.us
State Police
Responsible for investigating crime, reducing criminal activity, promoting traffic safety, and providing investigative assitance to all law enforcement agencies within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
www.psp.state.pa.us
Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement
Enforces Pennsylvania's liquor laws. Assists individual licensees, as well as the general community, in understanding the laws and regulations governing the proper and lawful operation of a licensed liquor establishment.
www.pspblce.state.pa.us
Office of Public Liaison
Serves as the principal public advocate for the Governor's legislative and executive agendas. Engages Commonwealth residents and groups to make them more aware of, and to garner their support for, the Governor's initiatives.
www.publiaison.state.pa.us
R
Department of Revenue
Administers the tax laws of the Commonwealth. Also administers the state lottery, which generates funds for programs that benefit older Pennsylvanians.
www.revenue.state.pa.us
Rural Development Council
Promotes collaboration and cooperation to preserve the quality of life in rural Pennsylvania, and assists local communities to meet their rural development goals.
www.ruralpa.state.pa.us
S
Civil Service Commission
Provides a merit system of hiring, retaining, and promoting employees based on their qualifications and abilities.
www.scsc.state.pa.us
Board of Pardons
Reviews criminal cases, except impeachment, to determine whether clemency should be recommended to the Governor for his approval or denial.
www.state.pa.us
Department of Banking
Ensures the safety and soundness of state-chartered deposit-taking institutions and provides a flexible regulatory environment that will facilitate the development of a sound financial service industry.
www.state.pa.us
Governor's Office
Dedicated to making Pennsylvania a leader among states and competitor among nations and providing an enhanced quality of life for its families and communities.
www.state.pa.us
Insurance Department
Serves Pennsylvania´s insurance consumers through fair and efficient regulation of the insurance industry. Provides information about various types of insurance and insurance companies as well as complaint forms to be filed with the department.
www.state.pa.us
Milk Marketing Board
Provides a regulatory environment that facilitates a safe, adequate supply of wholesome milk by providing security for Pennsylvania's dairy farmers and milk dealers while protecting the public health and welfare of consumers.
www.state.pa.us
Department of Education-Commonwealth Libraries
Assists the General Assembly, the Governor, the Secretary of Education and Pennsylvania educators in providing for the maintenance and support of a thorough and efficient system of education.
www.statelibrary.state.pa.us
T
State Treasurer
Responsible for paying the state's bills and investing the state's moneys. Administers programs that provide opportunities for small businesses and help families plan for the cost of higher education.
www.treasury.state.pa.us
Army Medical Specialists
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