Business License Information Center
   The where-to-go and how-to of getting businesses legally licensed in Iowa.
   http://www.iowasmart.com/blic/

Energy Policy Task Force
   A state task force to study Iowa's energy consumption, supplies and efficiency and establish recommendations for Iowa energy policy.
   http://www.state.ia.us/dnr/energy/taskforce/

Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division
   Provides 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.
   http://www.IowaABD.com/

Iowa Auditor of State
   Provides information about agency functions and practices.
   http://www.state.ia.us/government/auditor/index.html

Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship
   Offers information and reports about farming, soil and water conservation, farmers' markets, auctions, and events.
   http://www.state.ia.us/agriculture/index.html

Iowa Department of Commerce
   Provides information on department functions and services.
   http://www.state.ia.us/government/com/

Iowa Department of Economic Development
   Provides information for businesses regarding economic growth, benefits, and programs in the state.
   http://www.state.ia.us/government/ided/

Iowa Department of Human Rights
   Provides information on programs for the equal treatment and protection of women, ethnic minorities, and the disabled.
   http://www.state.ia.us/government/dhr/index.html

Iowa Department of Human Services
   Information on all DHS programs and institutions.
   http://www.dhs.state.ia.us/

Iowa Department of Justice
   Provides information about the attorney general, justice updates, and related resources.
   http://www.state.ia.us/government/ag/index.html

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.
   http://www.iowadnr.com/

Iowa Department of Personnel
   Offers information relating to employment with the state government, including pay scales, benefits, vacancies, training, and retirement.
   http://www.state.ia.us/government/idop/index.html

Iowa Department of Public Defense
   Provides information about the Air and Army National Guards.
   http://www.state.ia.us/government/dpd/dpd_text.html

Iowa Department of Public Health
   Offers information about family and health services, vital records, consumer health alerts, and Bureau of Emergency Medical Services.
   http://idph.state.ia.us/

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.
   http://www.state.ia.us/government/dps/

Iowa Department of Revenue and Finance
   Provides information, publications, forms, and updates for residents and businesses about tax filing and preparation.
   http://www.state.ia.us/government/drf/

Iowa Department of Transportation
   Provides information about state highways, roads, airports, and railways.
   http://www.dot.state.ia.us/

Iowa Finance Authority
   Provides information about home buyer programs, partnership programs, and related updates.
   http://www.ifahome.com/

Iowa General Assembly
   Includes session timetable, legislator profiles, reports and publications.
   http://www.legis.state.ia.us/

Iowa Judicial Branch
   Includes links to the Iowa Supreme Court and lower courts, plus IA state legal and judicial resources
   http://www.judicial.state.ia.us/

Iowa Office of the Governor
   Provides information about the current administration, programs, initiatives, and related agencies.
   http://www.governor.state.ia.us/

Iowa State Agencies & Resources
   Lists of state government and organizational resources, and links to services.
   http://www.iowa.gov/state/main/govagencies.html

Iowa State Government Metro Area Telephone Directory
   Provides contact information for agencies and commissions within the state. Requires a PDF download.
   http://www.icn.state.ia.us/telephone/Iowastategovdirectory04.pdf

Iowa Treasurer of State
   Offers information about department functions, services, and administration.
   http://www.treasurer.state.ia.us/

Iowa Veterans Home
   Offers information about available programs and services.
   http://www.state.ia.us/iavetshome/

Iowa Workforce Development
   Provides information about job opportunities, training, unemployment benefits, and the labor market.
   http://www.iowaworkforce.org/

Secretary of State
   State government agency charged with overseeing elections and campaigns, and providing assistance to businesses.
   http://www.sos.state.ia.us/

Small Business Administration, Des Moines, Iowa
   Start a business, get a business loan, or find a business mentor. The SBA web site is a good place to start. Plenty of links to other helpful information.
   http://www.sba.gov/regions/states/ia/desmo

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".
   http://www.jackhatch.org

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.
   http://www.vitalrec.com/ia.html