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Departments Accountancy, Board of
The Board of Accountancy was established in 1910 to regulate businesses and individuals who practice public accountancy or who provide assurances about financial statements, which can only be provided by Certified Public Accountants. Accounts, Department of
The Department, under the direction of the State Comptroller, is responsible for: providing a unified financial accounting and control system for state funds; developing a comprehensive system of checks and balances between state agencies entrusted with the collection, receipt and disbursement of state revenues; and maintaining a central accounting system for all state agencies and institutions. Administration, Secretary of
The Secretary of Administration oversees general government operations to ensure efficient and effective management of the people's resources. Aging, Virginia Department for the
The Virginia Department for the Aging (VDA) works with 25 local Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) as well as various other public and private organizations to help older Virginians and their families find the services and information they need. Agriculture, Secretary of
VDACS promotes the economic growth and development of Virginia agriculture, encourages environmental stewardship, and provides consumer protection. Agriculture and Consumer Services, Virginia Department of
Agriculture and consumer services. Alcoholic Beverage Control
Virginia Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) is: a public safety agency with law enforcement responsibilities; a major source of revenue for the Commonwealth; an efficient retail business; a provider of educational and prevention programs; and an administrative hearing agency. Arts, Virginia Commission for the
The Commission distributes grant awards to artists, arts and other not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, educators and local governments, and provides technical assistance in arts management. Assistive Technology Loan Fund Authority
Low-interest loans for a wide variety of special assistive equipment. Attorney General, Office of the
The Office of the Attorney General is one of Virginia’s largest law firms. It has only one client – Virginia’s state government and the citizens who empower that government. Aviation, Department of
The mission of the Department is to "progressively develop and maintain a safe, technologically advanced, market driven air transportation system that provides the citizens of Virginia with convenient and efficient access to the expanding world community." Blind and Vision Impaired, Department of
The Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI) is committed to providing quality services to assist Virginia’s citizens who are blind, deafblind or vision impaired in achieving their maximum level of employment, education, and personal independence. Business Assistance, Virginia Department of
The Virginia Department of Business Assistance is the economic development agency devoted to the growth and success of the Commonwealth's business community. Charitable Gaming, Department of
With the passage of Senate Bill 1278 during the 2003 Session of the Virginia General Assembly, the Charitable Gaming Board (the "Board") and the Department of Charitable Gaming (the "Department") were established to replace the Charitable Gaming Commission. Chesapeake Bay Local Assistance
The agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia that addresses the impact of land use upon the water that feed the Chesapeake Bay. Commerce and Trade, Secretary of
The Secretary of Commerce and Trade oversees the economic, community, and workforce development of the Commonwealth. Commonwealth Competition Council
Finding better and less costly ways to provide government services for Virginia's citizens is a principal goal of state government. Commonwealth Preparedness, Office of
The Office of the Assistant to the Governor for Commonwealth Preparedness works with and through others, including the private sector, to promote security and preparedness in Virginia. Commonwealth, Secretary of
One of the functions of our office is to assist the Governor in his appointments of over 4,000 individuals to serve on Virginia's boards and commissions. Community College System, Virginia
The mission of the Virginia Community College System is to provide comprehensive higher education and workforce training programs and services of superior quality that are financially and geographically accessible and that meet individual, business, and community needs of the Commonwealth. Compensation Board
The mission of the Compensation Board is to determine a reasonable budget for the participation of the Commonwealth toward the total cost of office operations for Constitutional Officers, and to assist those officers and their staff through automation, training and other means, to improve efficiencies and to enhance the level of services provided to the citizens of Virginia. Conservation and Recreation, Department of
Conserving Virginia's Natural and Recreational Resources. Council on Human Rights
To safeguard all individuals within the Commonwealth from unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status or disability, in places of public accommodation, including educational institutions and in real estate transactions; in employment; to preserve the public safety, health and general welfare; and to further the interests, rights and privileges of individuals within the Commonwealth; and to protect citizens of the Commonwealth against unfounded charges of unlawful discrimination. Council on the Status of Women
The Virginia Council on the Status of Women is a 19-member advisory council appointed by the Governor. The purpose of the Council is to help women reach their potential and maximize their contribution to society and the Commonwealth as wage earners and citizens. The Council provides information about women's issues, legislation on women's issues before the Virginia General Assembly and resources connected with women and families. Criminal Justice Services, Department of
The Department of Criminal Justice Services provides operational and support services to promote and enhance public safety in the Commonwealth through education, standards, forensic laboratory services, grant funding, information, programs, and technical assistance. Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Virginia Department for the
The Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (VDDHH) works to reduce the communication barriers between persons who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families and the professionals who serve them. Economic Development Partnership, Virginia
Developing business in Virginia. Education, Secretary of
The Secretary of Education assists the Governor in the development and implementation of the state's education policy. Education, Department of
Virginia Department of Education. Elections, State Board of
The State Board of Elections (SBE) was created in 1946 as a bipartisan agency responsible for ensuring uniformity, fairness, accuracy and purity in all elections in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Emergency Management, Virginia Department of
Protecting the lives and property of Virginia's citizens from emergencies and disasters by coordinating the state's emergency preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery efforts. Employee Dispute Resolution, Virginia Department of
Our mission is to ensure the equitable resolution of employment disputes in state government agencies. Employment Commission, Virginia
The Virginia Employment Commission is pleased to provide you with easy access to workforce services for businesses, employers and citizens, job opportunities, and labor market information in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Environmental Quality, Department of
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality Fair Housing Office, Virginia
Increase awareness and compliance with housing laws. Finance, Secretary of
The Secretary of Finance provides guidance to the four key agencies within the Finance Secretariat. These agencies handle all the financial transactions of the Commonwealth — from collecting taxes to paying bills to distributing aid to localities. Fine Arts, Virginia Museum of
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Fire Programs, Department of
Providing fire and emergency services support to communities throughout Virginia. Forestry, Department of
Protecting and developing healthy, sustainable forest resources. Game and Inland Fisheries, Department of
To manage Virginia's wildlife and inland fish to maintain optimum populations of all species to serve the needs of the Commonwealth; to provide opportunity for all to enjoy wildlife, inland fish, boating and related outdoor recreation; to promote safety for persons and property in connection with boating, hunting and fishing. General Services, Department of
DGS provides the vital support, such as laboratory testing, that contributes to our everyday life and well-being. DGS not only serves Virginians directly, but provides facilities management and procurement assistance that help other state agencies do their jobs more quickly and efficiently. Governor, Office of
Official site of the Office of the Governor of Virginia. Health and Human Resources, Secretary of
The Secretary of Health and Human Resources oversees twelve state agencies which provide important and vital services to Virginians with mental retardation, mental illness, substance abuse, physical disabilities, and to low-income working families. In addition, agencies provide services to the aging community, ensure safe drinking water in the Commonwealth, and license health practitioners. Health Professions, Department of
The Virginia Department of Health Professions works to assure the safe and competent delivery of health care to the citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia through the process of examining, licensing and disciplining health care practitioners governed by one of the 13 state health care boards. Health, Department of
Virginia Department of Health, including Vital Records Historic Resources, Virginia Department of
The Virginia Department of Historic Resources is the State Historic Preservation Office. Our mission is to foster, encourage, and support the stewardship of Virginia's significant historic, architectural, archaeological, and cultural resources. Housing and Community Development, Department of
The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) works in partnership to make Virginia’s communities safe, affordable, and prosperous places in which to live, work and do business. Housing Development Authority, Virginia
Helping Virginians obtain housing. Human Resource Management, Department of
Providing leadership in human resources management, which is responsive to the goals and needs of the Commonwealth and its workforce. Information Technologies Agency, Virginia (VITA)
VITA is a unique organization, pioneering a 21st century model for information technology governance and operational excellence. VITA provides outstanding service and technology solutions to support customers and address their business needs. Innovative Technology, Center for
CIT accelerates Virginia's next generation of technology and technology companies. Inspector General for Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services, Office of the
The Office of the Inspector General has the authority to monitor and provide independent clinical evaluation regarding the quality of care as delivered by entities that are licensed by the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services. Juvenile Justice, Department of
The Department of Juvenile Justice will protect the public through a balanced approach of comprehensive services that prevents and reduces juvenile crime through partnerships with families, schools, communities, law enforcement, and other agencies, while providing delinquent youth the opportunity to become responsible and productive citizens. Labor and Industry, Department of
Ensuring that Virginia is a safe, healthy and productive place to work. Latino Advisory Commission, Virginia (VLAC)
The Virginia Latino Advisory Commission (VLAC) was created by the Governor to assist with ideas and recommendations on ways that the State can best respond to the growing needs of the Latino community in Virginia. Lieutenant Governor, Office of the
The Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Virginia. Marine Resources Commission
We are the stewards of Virginia's marine and aquatic resources for present and future generations. Medical Assistance Services, Department of
To provide a system of high quality comprehensive health services to qualifying Virginians and their families. Mental Health, Mental Retardation, and Substance Abuse Services
Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation, and Substance Abuse. Military Bases, Virginia Commission on
Milk Commission
The Milk Commission ensures that the citizens of the Commonwealth have a constant, available and reasonably priced supply of milk and assures the industry that the supply of milk is equitably priced. Mines, Minerals, and Energy, Department of
The agency regulates the mineral industry, provides mineral research and offers advice on wise use of resources. Minority Business Enterprise
Advocate for the Minority and Disadvantaged Business Community. Motor Vehicle, Department of (DMV)
Administer motor vehicle-related laws, advance transportation safety and collect/distribute transportation revenues in a manner that is ethical, security-sensitive and focused on customers and employees. Natural Resources, Secretary of
The secretary is charged with overseeing the Commonwealth's natural and historic resources. People with Disabilities, Virginia Board for
The Board serves as the Developmental Disabilities Planning Council, addressing the needs of people with developmental disabilities as established under the federal "Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act" and the state "Virginians with Disabilities Act." The Board advises the Secretary of Health and Human Resources and the Governor on issues related to people with disabilities in Virginia. Planning and Budget, Department of
We advise the Governor on how to wisely use public resources. We analyze, develop, and carry out fiscal, programmatic, and regulatory policies that benefit Virginians. Professional and Occupational Regulation, Department of
The Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) serves all citizens of the Commonwealth through public education, administration, and enforcement of those laws and regulations necessary to protect their health, safety, and welfare. Public Safety, Secretary of
The Secretary of Public Safety provides safety guidance to 11 state agencies, with nearly 21,000 employees. Rail and Public Transportation, Department of
Virginia's Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) works to make it possible to move people and goods throughout Virginia. Rehabilitative Services, Department of
In partnership with people with disabilities and their families, the Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services collaborates with the public and private sectors to provide and advocate for the highest quality services that empower individuals with disabilities to maximize their employment, independence and full inclusion into society. Resources Authority, Virginia
Virginia Resources Authority (VRA) is the choice provider of infrastructure financing for Virginia's local governments, large and small. Science Museum of Virginia
Science Museum of Virginia. Social Services, Department of
People helping people triumph over poverty, abuse and neglect to shape strong futures for themselves, their families and communities State Council for Higher Education for Virginia
Advancing Virginia through higher education. State Police, Virginia
The Department's mission is to provide the Commonwealth of Virginia with a responsive statewide police department, independent yet supportive of other law enforcement agencies; to preserve law and order; to enforce criminal, traffic and regulatory laws; and, to provide essential public safety services efficiently and effectively to citizens of the Commonwealth. Taxation, Department of
The Virginia Department of Taxation's mission is to serve the public by administering the tax laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia with integrity, efficiency, and consistency. Technology, Secretary of
The Secretary of Technology and its agencies are responsible for the efficient and effective use of information technology to simplify government operations, advance technology applications to improve public services, and drive the innovation economy through the Commonwealth's leadership. Tourism Corporation, Virginia
The Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) is to serve the broader interests of the economy of Virginia by supporting, maintaining, and expanding the Commonwealth's domestic and international travel market, thereby generating increased visitor expenditures, tax revenues, and employment. The official Tourism site is maintained by the VTC. Transportation, Secretary of
The Secretariat of Transportation has the responsibility of developing and implementing Virginia’s transportation program, including policy and financial oversight for six agencies and a variety of major transportation projects. Transportation, Department of
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is responsible for building, maintaining and operating the state's roads, bridges and tunnels. Transportation Research Council, Virginia
We promote excellence in transportation through objective research and superior technical services. Treasury, Virginia Department of the
Virginia Department of the Treasury. Virginia Government Organizational Chart
State Government Organizational Chart (PDF). TopSecretariatsOthers

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