A government is a body that has the authority to make and the power to enforce laws within a civil, corporate, religious, academic, or other organization or group. In its broadest sense, "to govern" means to administer or supervise, whether over a state, a set group of people, or a collection of assets.
The word government is derived from the Greek Κυβερνήτης (kyvernites), which means "steersman", "governor", "pilot" or "rudder".
Typically, "the government" refers to the executive function. In many countries (particularly those having parliamentary systems), the Government refers to the executive branch of government or a specifically named executive, i.e. the Blair Government (compare to the administration as in the Clinton administration in U.S. usage). The Welsh Assembly Government is the name of the executive branch of Wales, and Scottish Government is the unofficial term to describe the Scottish Executive. In countries using the Westminster system, the party in government will also usually control the legislature.
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Resources - Lists of state government and organizational resources, and links to services.
Meta Description: [ This page is the Official Home page for the State of Iowa and your gateway to the many State of Iowa citizen and business resources offered by the State of Iowa. ]
Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division - Regulates all entities that sell alcohol and tobacco in the state. Includes annual reports, historical highlights, commission minutes, staff profiles and a description of the facilities. Located in Ankeny.
Meta Description: [ The Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division provides public information regarding tobacco sales, liquor licenses, alcohol sales, tobacco laws, alcohol laws, tobacco compliance and Synar regulation to substance abuse groups, law enforcement and the general public. ]
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Iowa Auditor of State - Provides information about agency functions and practices.
Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Formed to improve services to DAS customers, the state agencies that provide products and services directly to the citizens. Includes administrative rules and employment opportunities.
Iowa Department of Administrative Services - General Services Enterprise - Maintains all capitol complex buildings and oversees the operation of the state fleet of vehicles, internal mail delivery, design and construction of new buildings, and the official purchasing function. Vendor registration, bid opportunities, active contracts listings, and purchasing FAQ and news.
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship - Offers information and reports about farming, soil and water conservation, farmers' markets, auctions, and events.
Meta Description: [ This is the Official Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship web page ]
Iowa Department of Commerce - Provides information on department functions and services.
Iowa Department of Economic Development - Provides information for businesses regarding economic growth, benefits, and programs in the state.
Meta Description: [ web site for the Iowa Department of Economic Development ]
Iowa Department of Human Rights - Provides information on programs for the equal treatment and protection of women, ethnic minorities, and the disabled.
Iowa Department of Human Services - Offering children and family services, financial support, medical assistance and mental health and disability services. Includes reports and publications, news and legilative updates and a map of offices and facilities.
Iowa Department of Natural Resources - State agency maintains state parks and forests, protects the environment, and manages energy, fish, wildlife, and land and water resources. Find a list of state parks, field services, and volunteer opportunities.
Meta Description: [ The Official Home page for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. ]
Iowa Department of Public Defense - Provides information about the Air and Army National Guards.
Iowa Department of Public Health - Offers information about family and health services, vital records, consumer health alerts, and Bureau of Emergency Medical Services.
Meta Description: [ Iowa Department of Public Health Internet Home Page ]
Iowa Department of Public Safety - Offers information on state law enforcement bureaus and services, such as criminal statistics, weapons permits, gaming enforcement, and D.A.R.E.
Iowa Department of Revenue - Provides information, publications, forms, and updates for residents and businesses about tax filing and preparation.
Iowa Department of Transportation - Provides information about state highways, roads, airports, and railways.
Iowa Finance Authority - Provides information about home buyer programs, partnership programs, and related updates.
Meta Description: [ The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) is a state government agency that provides programs to assist in the attainment of housing for low- and moderate-income Iowans. ]
Iowa General Assembly - Includes session timetable, legislator profiles, reports and publications.
Iowa Judicial Branch - Includes links to the Iowa Supreme Court and lower courts, plus IA state legal and judicial resources
Meta Description: [ State of Iowa Official Judicial Branch Website ]
Iowa Office of the Governor - Provides information about the current administration, programs, initiatives, and related agencies.
Iowa State Government Metro Area Telephone Directory - Provides contact information for agencies and commissions within the state. Requires a PDF download.
Iowa Treasurer of State - Offers information about department functions, services, and administration.
Meta Description: [ State of Iowa Treasurer's Office ]
Iowa Veterans Home - Offers information about available programs and services.
Iowa Workforce Development - Provides information about job opportunities, training, unemployment benefits, and the labor market.
Meta Description: [ The home page for Iowa Workforce Development, the state's employment security agency. This web site includes job listings, labor market information, career resources, and other news and information. ]
Secretary of State - State government agency charged with overseeing elections and campaigns, and providing assistance to businesses.
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Small Business Administration, Des Moines, Iowa - Formed to assist, counsel, support and protect the interest of small business concerns and to assist them in their start-up and growth. Includes an office description, a calendar of events and counseling and training resources.
State Representative Jack Hatch - Jack Hatch, House Representative for Iowa's sixty-eighth district. Legislation, schedule, democrat politics, The Century of the Four Securities, America's search for economic security in the new millenium
Meta Description: [ Democratic lawmaker presents legislations, issues, and publications. ]
The Great Iowa Treasure Hunt - Provides a search for owners of unclaimed property and holders of abandoned property. Includes forms and FAQs.
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Vital Records Information for Iowa - Information about where to obtain copies of vital records (birth, death and marriage certificates) in Iowa, including addresses for vital records offices in every county.
Meta Description: [ How to obtain copies of vital records such as a birth certificate, birth record, death record, marriage license, marriage record, divorce decree, probate record or naturalization record in the State of Iowa. ]
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