]> English XML Content Feed Link to Content Question Answer Approximate Ranking Last Updated Topic Subtopic http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=2139 * Social Security Administration (SSA) <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>The Social Security Administration (SSA) manages the United States' social insurance program, consisting of:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10639" target=_self>Retirement Benefits</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10634" target=_self>Disability Benefits</A> <LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pgm/survivors.htm" target=_self>Survivors Benefits</A></LI></UL>To qualify for these benefits, workers pay <A href="http://www.irs.gov/Individuals/International-Taxpayers/Social-Security-Tax---Medicare-Tax-and-Self-Employment" target=_self>Social Security and Medicare taxes</A> on their earnings, which will determine their future benefits.Contact the SSA For more information, contact the <A href="http://www.ssa.gov/" target=_self>Social Security Administration</A> by phone or mail at:Phone: 1-800-772-1213 TTY: 1.800.325.0778 Social Security Administration 6401 Security Boulevard Baltimore MD 21235 Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.<A href="http://www.ssa.gov/pgm/reach.htm" target=_self>Additional Contact Information</A><UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.ssa.gov/locator/" target=_self>Local Offices</A> <LI><A href="http://www.ssa.gov/regions/" target=_self>Regional Offices</A> <LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/foreign/" target=_self>International Operations</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pressoffice/factsheets/colafacts2013.htm" target=_self>2013 Social Security Changes</A> <LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount/" target=_self>My Social Security</A> - create a personal online account<LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/multilanguage/" target=_self>SSA Information in Other Languages</A> <LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/espanol/" target=_self>Spanish Online Services</A> <LI><A href="http://ssa-custhelp.ssa.gov/" target=_self>SSA Frequently Asked Questions</A> <LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/onlineservices/" target=_self>What You Can Do Online</A> <LI><A href="http://www.ssa.gov/includes/topiclist.htm" target=_self>SSA Questions by Topic</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10564" target=_self>Get or Replace a Social Security Card</A> <LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/payee/" target=_self>SSA: Representative Payee Program</A> <LI><A href="http://oig.ssa.gov/what-abuse-fraud-and-waste/misuse-benefits-representative-payee/" target=_self>Report Misuse of Benefits by a Representative Payee</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10064" target=_self>Social Security Survivors Benefits for Children</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11059" target=_self>Social Security Benefits for a Non-Working Spouse</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9815" target=_self>Social Security Benefits for Divorced Spouses</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10004" target=_self>Social Security Benefits Statement</A> <LI><A href="http://www.ssa.gov/kids/" target=_self>SSA: Kids and Families</A> <LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pgm/holidays.htm" target=_self>Holiday Closings of Social Security Offices</A> <LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/emergency/" target=_self>SSA Office Closings and Emergency Information</A> <LI><A href="http://www.ssa.gov/policy/docs/chartbooks/fast_facts/" target=_self>Fast Facts and Figures about Social Security</A> <LI><A href="http://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/ssact/comp-ssa.htm" target=_self>Compilation of the Social Security Laws</A> <LI><A href="http://www.ssa.gov/policy/" target=_self>Social Security Statistics</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oXM6EU </body> 290.63333 Mar 15 2013 05:25:16:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=2139 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Benefits and Grants http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=2139 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=2139 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=2139 Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid Social Security http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=2139 Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=4927 * State Social Service Agencies State human service/social service agencies provide information on available state benefits and aid.<A href="http://www.hhs.gov/recovery/statewebsites.html" target=_self>Find your state's human service/social service agency</A>These agencies run programs including:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10652" target=_self>Adoption and Foster Care</A></li><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10563" target=_self>Child support enforcement</A></li><Li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13079" target=_self>Medicaid</A></li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target=_self>State Agencies and Services</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11759" target=_self>Welfare or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11478" target=_self>Help with Rent Payments</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11511" target=_self>Help with Medical Bills</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11533" target=_self>Help with Prescription Drug Costs</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11485" target=_self>Caregiver Resources</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10903" target=_self>State and Local Services for People with Disabilities</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10562" target=_self>Child Welfare Information Gateway</A></LI><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10338" target=_self>Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)</A></li></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nwBrBg  231.23332 Feb 4 2013 04:49:28:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=4927 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Benefits and Grants http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=4927 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=4927 Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=4927 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=4927 Family, Home and Community Social Services http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=5005 Poverty Guidelines <A href="http://aspe.hhs.gov/poverty/" target=_self>View poverty guidelines</A> <A href="http://aspe.hhs.gov/poverty/faq.cfm" target=_self>Frequently Asked Questions Related to the Poverty Guidelines and Poverty</A>The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) publishes poverty guidelines each year. Various agencies use these guidelines to determine things like financial eligibility for certain federal programs. There is no single standard that sets out how these programs use and apply the poverty guidelines. You should contact a specific program for information on their particular policies, especially those concerning program eligibility.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://aspe.hhs.gov/poverty/contacts.cfm" target=_self>Further Resources on Poverty Measurement, Poverty Lines, and Their History</A></LI><LI><A href="http://www.census.gov/hhes/www/poverty/" target=_self>Poverty Data from the U.S. Census Bureau</A></LI><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10338" target=_self>Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)</A></li></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/ot674P  16.13333 Mar 5 2013 07:04:33:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=5005 Family, Home and Community Social Services http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=5060 No Downpayment Mortgage for Disaster Survivors <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>The Section 203(h) program allows the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) to insure mortgages made to victims of a presidentially-declared disaster who:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Lost their homes in an area that the President designated as a disaster area <LI>Are in the process of rebuilding or buying another home</LI></UL>For information on no-downpayment mortgages through the <A href="http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/ins/203h-dft.cfm" target=_self>Section 203(h) program</A>:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Contact the <A href="http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/fharesourcectr.cfm" target=_self>FHA Resource Center</A> <LI>Contact an <A href="http://www.hud.gov/ll/code/llslcrit.cfm" target=_self>FHA-approved lender</A> <LI><A href="http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/hcs.cfm" target=_self>Locate a housing counseling agency</A> or call the Housing Counseling Line at 1-800-569-4287 for a referral to a local agency</LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11148" target=_self>Rebuilding after a Natural Disaster</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11163" target=_self>Disaster Relief Assistance</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10271" target=_self>Finding Rental Housing after a Natural Disaster</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11087" target=_self>Purchasing a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Travel Trailer or Mobile Home</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9904" target=_self>Federal Housing Administration (FHA)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11448" target=_self>Housing Assistance: Purchasing</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rsCDD5 </body> 41.39999 Feb 27 2013 03:48:44:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Benefits and Grants http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=5060 Family, Home and Community Housing http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=5060 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Natural Disasters http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=5843 The Environmental Impact of Your Energy Use <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>For information on determining the environmental impact of your energy use, visit the following links:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/cleanenergy/energy-and-you/how-clean.html" target=_self>Power Profiler: How Your Individual Energy Use Affects the Environment</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/ghgemissions/ind-calculator.html" target=_self>Household Carbon Footprint Calculator</A> <LI><A href="http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=evaluate_performance.bus_portfoliomanager_carbon" target=_self>Portfolio Manager: Carbon Emissions from Building Energy Use</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/cleanenergy/energy-and-you/affect/" target=_self>How Does Electricity Affect the Environment?</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/cleanenergy/energy-resources/egrid/" target=_self>Environmental Characteristics of Electricity Generation</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/cleanenergy/energy-and-you/reduce.html" target=_self>Information on Reducing Your Impact</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10313" target=_self>Tips on Saving Energy</A> <LI><A href="http://epa.gov/greenpower/pubs/gplocator.htm" target=_self>Green Power Locator</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/cleanenergy/energy-resources/calculator.html" target=_self>Greenhouse Gas Equivalencies Calculator</A> <LI><A href="http://www.osti.gov/greenenergy/" target=_self>Green Energy Portal</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11171" target=_self>Renewable Energy Sources</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/q0jF2r </body> 64.63334 Feb 27 2013 05:03:56:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Energy http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=5843 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=6439 Cool Roofs <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19328"></head><body>Cool roofs absorb less heat and stay cooler than traditional roofs during peak summer weather. Most cool roofs are white or other light colors.For more information, visit the following links:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/hiri/mitigation/coolroofs.htm" target=_self>Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Cool Roofs</A> <LI><A href="http://heatisland.lbl.gov/coolscience/cool-science-cool-roofs" target=_self>Heat Island Group: Cool Roofs</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/heatisland/resources/links.htm#coolroofs" target=_self>Related Links on Cool Roofs</A> </LI></UL>Green Roofs Green roofs have benefits similar to cool roofs, plus they can improve storm water management and provide habitats for species. A green roof, or rooftop garden, is a vegetative layer grown on a rooftop.For more information, visit the EPA's <A href="http://www.epa.gov/heatisland/mitigation/greenroofs.htm" target=_self>Green Roofs website</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?fuseaction=find_a_product.showProductGroup&pgw_code=RO" target=_self>Energy Star Qualified Roof Products</A> <LI><A href="http://www.globalcoolcities.org/" target=_self>Global Cool Cities Alliance</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11269" target=_self>Green Building</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12509" target=_self>Cool Pavements</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11270" target=_self>Heat Island Effects: Local Temperature Differences</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11134" target=_self>Energy Tax Incentives for Individuals and Businesses</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/yb2wqG </body> 43.10000 Mar 1 2013 06:14:49:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Energy http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=6439 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9534 Excise Taxes <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>When you purchase certain items, you pay an excise tax (indirect tax), which is usually included in the price of the product. Tobacco, alcohol, and fuel are typical items that contain an <A href="http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/Excise-Tax" target=_self>excise tax</A> or duty.View the following information about the excise tax:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.irs.gov/publications/p510/" target=_self>Publication 510 - Excise Taxes</A>  <LI><A href="http://www.irs.gov/uac/Form-2290,-Heavy-Highway-Vehicle-Use-Tax-Return" target=_self>Form 2290 - Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax</A> <LI><A href="http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/Excise-Tax-Forms-and-Publications" target=_self>Excise Tax Forms and Publications</A></LI></UL>Contact the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) For more information, contact the <A href="http://www.irs.gov/" target=_self>Internal Revenue Service</A> by phone at:Individuals: 1.800.829.1040 Businesses: 1.800.829.4933 TTY: 1.800.829.4059 <A href="http://www.irs.gov/uac/Contact-My-Local-Office-Internationally" target=_self>International IRS Offices</A> (if you live outside the U.S.)Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/Trucking-Tax-Center" target=_self>Trucking Tax Center</A> <LI><A href="http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/State-Links-1" target=_self>State Revenue Departments</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11092" target=_self>Refund of Sales Tax</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12318" target=_self>Value Added Tax (VAT)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12309" target=_self>State Taxes</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nvT5Qa </A></body> 58.39998 Mar 19 2013 03:31:21:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9534 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9646 DOS: Children's Passport Issuance Alert Program (CPIAP) The Children's Passport Issuance Alert Program (CPIAP):<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>allows the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12280" target="_self">U.S. Department of State (DOS)</a> to notify the parent/guardian of a participating child before issuing a U.S. passport.</li><li>limits the issuance, not the use, of a U.S. passport.</li><li>does not track issued passports, nor permit restrictions on passport use.</li></ul>To enroll a child in the <a href="http://travel.state.gov/abduction/prevention/passportissuance/passportissuance_554.html" target="_self">Children's Passport Issuance Alert Program</a>:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Complete the <a href="http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/80112.pdf" target="_self">entry request form</a> (PDF | requires <a href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target="_self">Adobe Reader</a>)</li><li>Submit the form and supporting documentation to DOS by e-mail, fax, or mail:<ul style="padding-top: 0px; font-size: 125%;" type="disc"><li>E-mail: <a href="mailto:preventabduction@state.gov">PreventAbduction@state.gov</a></li><li>Fax: 1.202.736.9133</li><li>Mail: U.S. Department of State Overseas Citizen Services Office of Children's Issues Attn: Children's Passport Issuance Alert Program 2201 C Street NW, SA-29 Washington DC 20520</li></ul></li><li>You will receive a confirmation letter from DOS within two weeks of enrollment</li><li>The child remains in CPIAP until turning 18. You must notify Passport Services whenever your contact information changes.</li></ul>Please Note: Children holding a valid passport may travel outside the United States without parental consent. Other countries may impose special conditions for <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10026" target="_self">travel by/with children</a>.Contact the <a href="http://travel.state.gov/abduction/about/about_605.html" target="_self">Office of Children's Issues (OCI)</a> for assistance and/or information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>E-mail: <a href="mailto:askci@state.gov">AskCI@state.gov</a></li><li>United States: Call 1.888.407.4747</li><li>Abroad: Call 1.202.736.9090, or contact a <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a></li></ul>DOS is actively involved in the prevention of <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9692" target="_self">international child kidnapping</a>. Call OCI immediately if you suspect that your child was kidnapped and taken to another country.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11129" target="_self">Passports: Obtaining in Person</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11257" target="_self">Passports: Obtaining for a Child Adopted Abroad</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12354" target="_self">Passports: Renewing a Passport Book or Card</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11926" target="_self">Passports: Denials, Revocations, and Restrictions</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11128" target="_self">DOS: Passport, Visa, and Traveler Assistance Forms</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qvuNSz  138.36666 Feb 8 2013 05:43:59:000PM International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9646 International Passports http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9647 Passports: Obtaining Records Your U.S. Passport application is a passport record and supporting proof of citizenship, and you can request copies.Records Issued Since 1925 Contact the <a href="http://travel.state.gov/passport/npic/npic_872.html" target="_self">Passport Services Office Law Enforcement and Liaison Division</a> at 1-202-955-0447 for information.By law, you may only request your record, or that of your minor child(ren).Records Issued Prior to 1925 Contact the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12286" target="_self">National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)</a> to obtain copies of <a href="http://www.archives.gov/genealogy/passport/" target="_self">passports issued before 1925</a>. You may do so <a href="http://www.archives.gov/genealogy/passport/#where" target="_self">online</a>, by mail, or in person at:National Archives and Records Administration Attention: Archives I Research Support Branch (NWCC1) 700 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington DC 20408-0001The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qv9oWm  110.43334 Mar 28 2013 05:24:30:000PM International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9647 International Passports http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9650 * Social Security Check Not Received <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>Your lost, missing, or stolen Social Security check or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment is replaceable, but it takes time.Report Missing Benefit Payments <A href="http://ssa-custhelp.ssa.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/220" target=_self>Report the missing benefit payment</A> to the <A href="http://www.ssa.gov/" target=_self>Social Security Administration (SSA)</A> at:Phone: 1-800-772-1213 TTY: 1-800-325-0778 <A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/foreign/" target=_self>International SSA Operations</A> (if you live outside the U.S.)Need More Information? Try These Additional Recources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.ssa.gov/locator/" target=_self>Social Security Office Locator</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10901" target=_self>Change/Stop Direct Deposit of Social Security Check</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10395" target=_self>Direct Deposit for Federal Benefit Payments</A> <LI><A href="http://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/handbook/handbook.01/handbook-0123.html" target=_self>SSA - Checks</A> <LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/ssi/" target=_self>Supplemental Security Income (SSI)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nstthD </body> 94.36666 Mar 13 2013 02:01:42:000PM Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid Social Security http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9650 Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9651 DOS: Country Specific Information, Travel Alerts, and Travel Warnings The U.S. Department of State's (DOS) Bureau of Consular Affairs (CA) publishes:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_4965.html" target="_self">Country Specific Information (CSI)</a> - descriptive publications on each country of the world</li><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/pa/pa_1766.html" target="_self">Travel Alerts</a> - statements about relatively short-term conditions that could disrupt travel</li><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_1764.html" target="_self">Travel Warnings</a> - recommendations to avoid travel due to specific long-term conditions</li></ul>You may find these documents useful when planning a trip. Obtain them:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/" target="_self">Online</a></li><li>Through an automated fax system at 1-202-647-3000</li><li>As pre-recorded messages at 1-888-407-4747; from abroad dial 1-202-501-4444</li></ul>Please note: DOS neither prohibits nor allows American citizens to travel outside the United States. The decision to travel to a particular country, based on all information available, is yours.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9710" target="_self">Domestic Travel: Travel Warnings for U.S. Territories</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13073" target="_self">DOS: Worldwide Travel Cautions and Alerts</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rdeLdQ  85.23335 Mar 28 2013 04:56:22:000PM Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9651 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9653 * Complaints: Landlords in Federal Housing The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides the Multifamily Housing Complaint Line to report complaints with a property's management concerning matters such as poor maintenance, dangers to health and safety, mismanagement, and fraud.If you need to file a complaint about a landlord who collects federal housing subsidies, contact the <a href="http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD/program_offices/housing/mfh/hc/complaint/" target="_self">Multifamily Housing Complaint Line</a> at 1.800.MULTI.70 (685.8470). TTY users may call 1.800.432.2209. Hours of operation for the hotline are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD/program_offices/housing/mfh/hc/mfhc/" target="_self">Multifamily Housing Clearinghouse (MFHC)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.hud.gov/complaints/badlandlord.cfm" target="_self">Bad Landlords in Federal Housing</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11159" target="_self">Handling Disputes with Private Landlords</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12361" target="_self">Housing Discrimination</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12128" target="_self">Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oZOOhp  8.86667 Jan 18 2013 05:02:04:000PM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9653 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9653 Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9653 Family, Home and Community Housing http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9654 Reporting Social Security Fraud <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) handles reports of fraud, waste, and abuse involving the Social Security Administration (SSA).View the information about <A href="http://oig.ssa.gov/what-abuse-fraud-and-waste/" target=_self>fraud, waste, and abuse</A> from the <A href="http://oig.ssa.gov/" target=_self>Office of the Inspector General</A>:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://oig.ssa.gov/report-fraud-waste-or-abuse/what-can-oig-investigate/" target=_self>What the OIG Can Investigate</A><LI><A href="http://oig.ssa.gov/report-fraud-waste-or-abuse/what-cant-oig-investigate/" target=_self>What the OIG Can't Investigate</A></LI></UL>Report Fraud, Waste, and Abuse to the OIG You can <A href="https://www.socialsecurity.gov/fraudreport/oig/public_fraud_reporting/form.htm" target=_self>submit a report to the OIG</A>, or you can contact the Fraud Hotline by phone, fax, or mail:Phone: 1-800-269-0271 TTY: 1-866-501-2101 Fax: 1-410-597-0118 Social Security Fraud Hotline PO Box 17768 Baltimore MD 21235Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.ssa.gov/" target=_self>Social Security Administration (SSA)</A> <LI><A href="http://oig.ssa.gov/what-abuse-fraud-and-waste/misuse-benefits-representative-payee/" target=_self>Report Misuse of Benefits by a Representative Payee</A> <LI><A href="http://oig.ssa.gov/report-fraud-waste-or-abuse/may-i-remain-anonymous/" target=_self>SSA: Confidentiality/Anonymity</A> <LI><A href="http://oig.ssa.gov/audits-and-investigations/top-ssa-management-issues/improve-transparency-and-accountability/" target=_self>Improve Transparency and Accountability</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/puxwcu </body> 138.56667 Mar 12 2013 02:40:34:000PM Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid Social Security http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9654 Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9657 * International Travel: Assistance for Travelers U.S. citizens who need help while traveling abroad may contact:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>The nearest <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a></li><li>The U.S. Department of State (DOS) <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12164" target="_self">Office of Overseas Citizens Services (OCS)</a> at 1.202.501.4444</li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10026" target="_self">International Travel: Children</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11806" target="_self">International Travel: Crisis Preparedness</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9707" target="_self">International Travel: Difficulty Leaving a Foreign Country</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10529" target="_self">International Travel: Driving Safety</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9705" target="_self">International Travel: Financial Assistance</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10709" target="_self">International Travel: Health Tips</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10789" target="_self">International Travel: Insurance</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9706" target="_self">International Travel: Medical Assistance</a></li><li><a href="http://studentsabroad.state.gov/" target="_self">International Travel: Tips and Resources for Students</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pO5Ptz  76.63334 Feb 11 2013 08:28:14:000PM International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9657 Overseas Citizens Services (OCS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9657 International Passports http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9657 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9657 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9658 Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>The Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) encourages the government and the private sector to educate and inform the public about good money management practices. The <A href="http://www.treasury.gov/resource-center/financial-education/Pages/commission-index.aspx" target=_self>Financial Literacy and Education Commission</A> provides the: <UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>MyMoney Hotline: 1-888-MY.MONEY (1-888-696.6639) <LI><A href="http://www.mymoney.gov/" target=_self>MyMoney.gov</A> website <LI><A href="http://www.mymoney.gov/sites/default/files/downloads/NationalStrategyBook_12310.pdf" target=_self>FLEC National Strategy</A> (PDF | requires <A href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target=_self>Adobe Acrobat Reader</A>)</LI></UL>April is <A href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2012/04/02/presidential-proclamation-national-financial-capability-month-2012" target=_self>National Financial Capability Month</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.mymoney.gov/1-888-mymoney.html" target=_self>Order a Free My Money Tool Kit</A> <LI><A href="http://georgewbush-whitehouse.archives.gov/news/releases/2008/01/20080122-1.html" target=_self>Executive Order: Establishing the President's Advisory Council on Financial Literacy</A> <LI><A href="http://www.usa.gov/consumer-action-handbook/order-form.shtml" target=_self>Consumer Action Handbook</A> <LI><A href="http://www.treasurydirect.gov/indiv/tools/tools_moneymath.htm" target=_self>Money Math: Lessons for Life</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/gMajvF </body> 79.20001 Mar 25 2013 04:45:06:000PM Financial Literacy and Ed. Comm. (FLEC) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9659 My Money Tool Kit <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>The free My Money Tool Kit contains brochures with information about financial issues.<A href="http://www.mymoney.gov/1-888-mymoney.html " target=_self>Order the My Money Tool Kit online</A> or by calling 1-888-MYMONEY (1-888-696-6639). Allow up to four weeks for delivery.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.mymoney.gov/1-888-mymoney-es.html" target=_self>My Money Tool Kit in Spanish</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12090" target=_self>MyMoney.gov</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9658" target=_self>Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC)</A> <LI><A href="http://www.mymoney.gov/national-network-state-and-local-governments.html" target=_self>National Financial Educational Network for State and Local Governments</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pPurXY </body> 53.06666 Mar 15 2013 03:15:42:000PM Financial Literacy and Ed. Comm. (FLEC) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9663 Authenticating Documents: Federal Document Authenticating a federal document requires the following steps:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>You need to get the Departmental Seal from the issuing <A href="http://www.usa.gov/directory/federal/" target=_self>agency</a> on your document. Contact the issuing agency's Public Affairs office to locate the office responsible for administering the Departmental Seal and the procedure you must follow to obtain it.</LI><LI>Once you receive your document(s), complete with the Departmental Seal, back, you must send it to the <A href="http://www.state.gov/m/a/auth/" target=_self>Office of Authentications</A> at the U.S. Department of State (DOS).</LI></uL>Submitting Documents The Office of Authentications' website explains <A href="http://www.state.gov/m/a/auth/c53215.htm" target=_self>how to request authentication services</a>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><li><A href="http://www.state.gov/m/a/auth/c53222.htm" target=_self>Authenticating Documents: State, Local, and Federal Governments</a></li><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9801" target=_self>Authenticating Documents: Requirements</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10114" target=_self>Authenticating Documents: Use for Non-Hague Countries</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9734" target=_self>Authenticating Documents: Use for Hague Countries</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10237" target=_self>Authenticating Documents: Status Request</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11427" target=_self>Authenticating Documents: Rejection by the DOS Office of Authentications</A></LI><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12280" target=_self>U.S. Department of State (DOS)</A></li></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oB50BI  1.66667 Feb 13 2013 07:55:08:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9663 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9663 Family, Home and Community Vital Records http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9664 Fish and Wildlife Service: Regional Ecological Services Offices <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>The Fish and Wildlife Service's (FWS) regional ecological services offices help with issues concerning:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Endangered Species <LI>Habitat Conservation <LI>Environmental Contaminants</LI></UL>For more information, visit the link for your region:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/pacific/ecoservices/" target=_self>Region One: Pacific Region</A> - Hawaii, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and the Pacific Island Territories and U.S. Affiliated States<LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/southwest/es/" target=_self>Region Two: Southwest Region</A> - Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas<LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/midwest/es/" target=_self>Region Three: Midwest Region</A> - Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin<LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/southeast/es/" target=_self>Region Four: Southeast Region</A> - Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands<LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/northeast/ecologicalservices/" target=_self>Region Five: Northeast Region</A> - Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and West Virginia<LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/mountain-prairie/es/" target=_self>Region Six: Mountain-Prairie Region</A> - Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming<LI><A href="http://alaska.fws.gov/fisheries/" target=_self>Region Seven: Alaska Region</A> - Alaska<LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/cno/es/" target=_self>Region Eight: Pacific Southwest Region</A> - California, Nevada, and the Klamath Basin</LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9749" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9992" target=_self>FWS: State Field Offices</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12253" target=_self>General Information on Locating an FWS Office</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nKl2mu </body> 35.76667 Mar 22 2013 07:00:56:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9664 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9664 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9664 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9664 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9665 Complaints: Insurance Companies <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19328"></head><body>When you have a dispute with your insurance company:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Try to resolve the dispute with the company directly.<LI>If you are unable to resolve the dispute with the company, contact your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12265" target=_self>State Insurance Regulator</A> to file your complaint.<LI>If you have already filed a complaint with your state and feel you need further assistance, you may wish to consult with a <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9725" target=_self>licensed attorney</A> who specializes in insurance disputes for more assistance with this matter.</LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10305" target=_self>Insurance</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12265" target=_self>Insurance Regulations</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qENUN2 </body> 60.33334 Feb 27 2013 09:52:45:000PM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9665 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9665 Health and Nutrition http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9665 Consumer Issues Scams and Fraud http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9666 Fish and Wildlife Service: Student Employment Programs <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>The Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) provides information on its <A href="http://www.fws.gov/humancapital/HR/exc_svc_opp.html" target=_self>student employment opportunities</A>.Students interested in employment with the FWS should also contact a <A href="http://www.fws.gov/humancapital/pdf/hros.pdf" target=_self>local FWS human resources office</A> (PDF | requires <A href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target=_self>Adobe Acrobat Reader</A>).Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="https://youthgo.gov/jobs" target=_self>Conservation Jobs for Youths</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9749" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9686" target=_self>FWS Resources for Students and/or Teachers</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9667" target=_self>FWS Volunteer Opportunities</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9750" target=_self>General FWS Employment Information</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10700" target=_self>Summer Employment for Students</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10028" target=_self>Student Internships</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10594" target=_self>Government Internships</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/o2bZ6l </body> 36.43333 Mar 1 2013 04:20:43:000PM Jobs and Education Education http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9666 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9666 Jobs and Education Jobs http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9666 Jobs and Education http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9667 * Fish and Wildlife Service: Volunteer Opportunities <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19394"></head><body>The <A href="http://www.fws.gov/volunteers/" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service's (FWS) Volunteers website</A> provides information on the <A href="http://www.fws.gov/volunteers/volOpps.html" target=_self>volunteer opportunities</A> available at local refuges and hatcheries.The FWS will provide any on the job training needed, and will match individual talents and skills with volunteer interests and work opportunities.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9785" target=_self>Find Recreation-Related Employment and/or Volunteer Opportunities</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9762" target=_self>Public Service and Volunteerism</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10893" target=_self>Volunteering with Federal Agencies</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9750" target=_self>Get a Job with the FWS</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9666" target=_self>FWS Student Employment Programs</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9749" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oRWGmg </body> 55.46666 Mar 11 2013 04:27:46:000PM Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9667 Jobs and Education Jobs http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9667 Jobs and Education http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9668 Request a Fish and Wildlife Service Speaker <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19328"></head><body>There is no Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Speakers Bureau. However, you can direct your request to your nearest <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9992" target=_self>FWS field office</A> or <A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/refugeLocatorMaps/" target=_self>national wildlife refuge</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9749" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/letsgooutside/" target=_self>FWS for Students and Educators</A> <LI><A href="http://library.fws.gov/" target=_self>FWS Conservation Library</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12253" target=_self>Locate a Fish and Wildlife Service Office</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qvDu7s </body> 11.63334 Mar 1 2013 08:25:47:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9668 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9668 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9669 * Reporting an Abandoned or Injured Animal <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>Wildlife People often assume that they found an abandoned wild animal, when in fact the parents are just out hunting or feeding. Wait at least four hours for the parent to return before taking action. Once you are certain that the wild animal is abandoned, or immediately in the case of an injured wild animal, call the National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association (NWRA) at 1-320-230-9920. Additional contact information is also available at the <A href="http://www.nwrawildlife.org/content/finding-rehabilitator" target=_self>NWRA's Finding a Rehabilitator website</A>. You may also contact your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife office</A>.Domestic Animals If you find an abandoned or injured domestic animal, such as a dog or a cat, call your local animal shelter or humane society. You can refer to your local telephone directory for the phone numbers.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.nwrawildlife.org/" target=_self>National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association (NWRA)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9675" target=_self>Animal Abuse and Neglect</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9672" target=_self>Reporting Dead Wildlife</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9673" target=_self>Reporting Dead Birds</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9796" target=_self>Report Sightings of Unusual/Abnormal Animals or Birds</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/psC0JJ </body> 86.09999 Mar 21 2013 03:04:50:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9669 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9669 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9670 Reporting a Nuisance Alligator <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>To report a nuisance alligator in Florida, call Florida's Statewide Nuisance Alligator Program at 1-866-FWC-GATOR (1-866-392-4286).If you are located outside of Florida, contact your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife agency</A>.Please note: It is illegal for members of the general public to kill, capture, or relocate nuisance alligators.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/managed/alligator/nuisance/" target=_self>Florida's Statewide Nuisance Alligator Program</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9676" target=_self>Nuisance Animals and Plants on Your Property</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9672" target=_self>Reporting Dead Wildlife</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9669" target=_self>Reporting an Abandoned or Injured Animal</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/ogDWMT </body> 20.60001 Mar 4 2013 03:35:35:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9670 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9670 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9671 Bird Bands <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>The Bird Banding Laboratory (BBL) administers bird banding permits, supplies, and data for the North American Bird Banding Program.Reporting Bird Bands <A href="http://www.reportband.gov/" target=_self>Report federal bird bands or color markers</A> to the BBL.Individuals and organizations other than the BBL also band birds. In such cases, the band should provide the appropriate contact information. For more information, visit the following links:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.pwrc.usgs.gov/bbl/homepage/otherbnd.cfm" target=_self>Identifying Unusual Bands</A> <LI><A href="http://www.pigeon.org/lostbirdinfo.htm" target=_self>Report Homing Pigeon Bands</A></LI></UL>Contacting the BBL For more information about bird banding, <A href="http://www.pwrc.usgs.gov/bbl/resources/contact.cfm" target=_self>contact the BBL</A> by e-mail at <A href="mailto:BBL@usgs.gov">BBL@usgs.gov</A>, or by phone at 1-301-497-5790.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.pwrc.usgs.gov/bbl/" target=_self>Bird Banding Laboratory (BBL)</A> <LI><A href="http://www.pwrc.usgs.gov/BBL/homepage/aboutaux.cfm" target=_self>Auxiliary Markers (Web Tags, Wing Markers, Neck Collars, Radio Transmitters, etc.)</A> <LI><A href="http://www.flyways.us/surveys-and-monitoring/banding-and-marking-programs/bands-across-america" target=_self>Duck Band Data for Your State</A> <LI><A href="http://www.pwrc.usgs.gov/bbl/resources/" target=_self>Resources for Banders</A> <LI><A href="http://www.pwrc.usgs.gov/bbl/homepage/permitsindex.cfm" target=_self>Federal Bird Banding Permits</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9673" target=_self>Reporting Dead Birds</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9796" target=_self>Report Sightings of Unusual/Abnormal Animals or Birds</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rtjXYs </body> 102.10000 Mar 8 2013 06:45:03:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9671 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9671 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9672 Reporting Dead Wildlife <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>To report dead wildlife, call the:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Law enforcement division of the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife agency</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10548" target=_self>Local or state health department</A> <LI>Local police department (the non-emergency office, not 911)</LI></UL>Wildlife Killed under Suspicious Circumstances If you suspect that someone electrocuted, shot, poisoned, or otherwise killed an animal under suspicious circumstances, report it immediately to a <A href="http://www.fws.gov/le/regional-law-enforcement-offices.html" target=_self>regional Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Law Enforcement office</A>.Animals on the Side of the Road or Highway To report a dead animal on the side of the road or highway, contact your local road commission office or local police department. Refer to your local telephone directory for the phone numbers.Endangered Species To report a dead animal classified as endangered, call the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife agency</A> or the nearest <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9664" target=_self>FWS Ecological Services office</A>.Wildlife Health Event Reporter In addition to contacting the above agencies/offices, you may record observations of sick/dead animals with the <A href="http://www.wher.org/" target=_self>Wildlife Health Event Reporter (WHER)</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9673" target=_self>Reporting Dead Birds</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/critter_crossings/" target=_self>Linking Habitats and Reducing Roadkill</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/wildlife_protection/" target=_self>Tips to Help Wildlife along Roads, Bridges, Waterways, Wetlands, and Uplands</A> <LI><A href="http://environment.fhwa.dot.gov/ecosystems/wildlife.asp" target=_self>Federal Highway Administration (FHWA): Transportation Projects and Wildlife</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9669" target=_self>Reporting an Abandoned or Injured Animal</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9675" target=_self>Animal Abuse and Neglect</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/ptWcCw </body> 100.30001 Mar 25 2013 07:38:13:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9672 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9672 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9673 Reporting Dead Birds <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>Check with your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10548" target=_self>state or local health department</A> for instructions on reporting a dead bird.Report Large Numbers of Sick or Dead Wild Birds Call 1-866-4-USDA-WS (1-866-487-3297), or view the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) information on <A href="http://www.aphis.usda.gov/newsroom/hot_issues/avian_influenza/avian_influenza_report-birds.shtml" target=_self>reporting sick or dead wild birds</A>. Report Sick or Dead Farm Birds Call 1-866-536-7593, or view the USDA's information on <A href="http://www.aphis.usda.gov/animal_health/birdbiosecurity/biosecurity/basicsreport.htm" target=_self>reporting sick or dead farm birds</A>. The <A href="http://www.aphis.usda.gov/animal_health/birdbiosecurity/" target=_self>Biosecurity for Birds website</A> provides more information, such as the warning signs of Avian Influenza (bird flu).Disposing of a Dead Bird If you need to pick up a dead bird, or the local health department tells you to dispose of it:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Avoid bare-handed contact <LI>Use gloves or an inverted plastic bag to place the bird carcass in a garbage bag <LI>Dispose of it by burying it; if local laws allow, you may also dispose of it with your regular trash (check with your <A href="http://www.usa.gov/Agencies/Local.shtml" target=_self>local government</A> regarding appropriate disposal in your municipality)</LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9672" target=_self>Information on Reporting Other Dead Wildlife</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10605" target=_self>National Wildlife Health Center (NWHC)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9671" target=_self>Bird Bands</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/o0UDnP </body> 48.90001 Mar 8 2013 08:44:52:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9673 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9673 Health and Nutrition http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9673 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9674 * Identifying an Animal or Plant <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>Use the following resources to identify an animal or plant:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/species/" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS): Species</A> <LI><A href="http://www.npwrc.usgs.gov/resource/" target=_self>Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center (NPWRC): Online Biological Resources</A> <LI><A href="http://plants.usda.gov/" target=_self>Plants Database</A></LI></UL>If you need additional help, contact the following agencies and/or offices:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Call your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife agency</A> <LI>Contact your state's <A href="http://www.csrees.usda.gov/Extension/" target=_self>Cooperative Extension Service (CES)</A> <LI>E-mail your inquiry to the FWS at <A href="mailto:contact2@fws.gov" target=_self>contact2@fws.gov</A>; include a digital photograph to help with the identification</LI></UL>Please note: Because it is impossible to confirm the identity of a species over the phone, you may also visit a local library or contact your local animal control office.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9796" target=_self>Report Sightings of Unusual/Abnormal Animals or Birds</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9669" target=_self>Reporting an Abandoned or Injured Animal</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nolqk7 </body> 31.33334 Feb 19 2013 05:27:54:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9674 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9674 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9674 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9675 * Animal Abuse and Neglect <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>If you witness animal abuse or neglect, or if you suspect that someone harmed an animal, use the following information to contact the correct authorities:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Domestic Animals (dogs, cats, etc.) Contact your local police department (the non-emergency office, not 911), animal shelter, and/or humane society. Refer to your local telephone directory for the phone numbers.<LI>Wild Animals Contact your local police department and/or <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state/territorial fish and wildlife agency</A>.<LI>Endangered Species Contact the nearest <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9915" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Law Enforcement office</A>.</LI></UL>In most areas, local humane societies, animal shelters, or animal control agencies have the authority to enforce state and local laws related to animals, and the capability to investigate and resolve these situations. Your local phone book provides contact information.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13061" target=_self>Reporting Concerns about an Animal Exhibit/Exhibitor</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9669" target=_self>Reporting an Abandoned or Injured Animal</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9672" target=_self>Reporting Dead Wildlife</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9673" target=_self>Reporting Dead Birds</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/n3KnrY </body> 90.53332 Mar 20 2013 03:43:59:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9675 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9675 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9676 Nuisance Animals and Plants on Your Property <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>Prevent/Discourage Wildlife from Entering Your Property <A href="http://metroweb.ci.baton-rouge.la.us/dept/animal/pdf/wildlife.pdf" target=_self>Tips to prevent/discourage wildlife from entering your property</A> (PDF | requires <A href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target=_self>Adobe Acrobat Reader</A>) are available.For more information, or if the animal is injured, contact a <A href="http://www.nwrawildlife.org/content/finding-rehabilitator" target=_self>local wildlife rehabilitator</A>.The following offices can also provide advice:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Local <A href="http://www.csrees.usda.gov/Extension/" target=_self>Cooperative Extension Services (CES) offices</A> <LI>Local chapters of the Humane Society; contact information is available in the blue pages of your telephone directory</LI></UL>Removing Nuisance Animals/Plants from Your Property The procedures to remove nuisance species differ depending on the type of animal or plant:<BLOCKQUOTE>Domestic Animals (dogs, cats, etc.)Report domestic animals to your local animal control office. You can refer to your local telephone directory for the phone number.Insects, Mites and Ticks, Spiders, and PlantsContact a local licensed pest control operator or professional exterminator. These numbers are in your local phone book.WildlifeEach state handles the removal of other types of nuisance wildlife differently. For information, contact one or more of the following offices:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Local licensed pest control operator, professional exterminator, animal control office, or the county government office for animals and wildlife (these numbers are in your local phone book) <LI>Local <A href="http://www.csrees.usda.gov/Extension/" target=_self>Cooperative Extension Services (CES) office</A> <LI><A href="http://www.aphis.usda.gov/wildlife_damage/us_states_maps.shtml" target=_self>State/territorial Wildlife Services office</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>State/territorial fish and wildlife office</A>; if this office does not handle nuisance wildlife, it will direct you to the appropriate office for help</LI></UL></BLOCKQUOTE>Protected Species Federal and/or state laws and regulations protect some wildlife. For information about protected and endangered species, and trapping and relocation regulations, contact your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state/territorial wildlife agency</A>.<IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/DhQW9D5IsTk" frameBorder=0 width=560 allowfullscreen></IFRAME>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9670" target=_self>Reporting a Nuisance Alligator</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/controlling/" target=_self>Pesticides: Controlling Pests</A> <LI><A href="http://npic.orst.edu/pest/" target=_self>National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC): Pest Control</A> <LI><A href="http://www.science.gov/browse/w_115I.htm" target=_self>Science.gov: Pest Control Links</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9911" target=_self>Invasive/Injurious Species</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9674" target=_self>Identifying an Animal or Plant</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nafjkt </body> 41.96667 Feb 20 2013 08:35:41:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9676 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9676 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9677 Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Program <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>The Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Program funds projects that improve docking facilities to better accommodate large cruising boats. The Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) manages the program. Eligible grant activities include the:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Construction, renovation, and/or maintenance of tie-up facilities to accommodate boats 26 feet or greater in length<LI>Production and distribution of information and educational materials about the program</LI></UL>Apply for BIG Grants States, the District of Columbia, and U.S. insular areas may apply for grants from the <A href="http://wsfrprograms.fws.gov/Subpages/GrantPrograms/BIG/BIG.htm" target=_self>Boating Infrastructure Grant Program</A> by:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Contacting the <A href="http://wsfrprograms.fws.gov/Subpages/ContactUs/ContactUs.htm" target=_self>regional Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration (WSFR) office</A><LI>Applying online at <A href="http://grants.gov/" target=_self>Grants.gov</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.doi.gov/governments/insularareas.cfm" target=_self>U.S. Insular Areas</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10908" target=_self>Boating</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10912" target=_self>Fishing</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9806" target=_self>Registering Boats and Boat Trailers</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9749" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qWcnJS </body> 32.13333 Mar 20 2013 03:22:31:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Benefits and Grants http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9677 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9677 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9677 History, Arts and Culture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9677 Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9677 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9678 Complaints: Investment Issues <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) takes complaints concerning investment issues, such as problems with a mutual fund, stockbroker, or financial advisor.Although the SEC does not require you to provide any identifying information, they would prefer it if your complaint included:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Your name, mail, and e-mail addresses, and telephone number.<LI>The name, mail, and e-mail addresses, telephone number, and website address of any individual or company you mention in the complaint.<LI>Specific details of how, why, and when you were defrauded or encountered problems with your investments or your broker or adviser.</LI></UL>To file a complaint, please visit the SEC's <A href="http://www.sec.gov/complaint/select.shtml" target=_self>Questions and Complaints website</A> or call the SEC's Investor Information Service at 1-800-SEC-0330 (1-800-732-0330) or 1-202-551-6551. This service provides education and advocacy for consumers, including information on how to file a complaint.View a list of <A href="http://www.sec.gov/divisions/enforce/claims.htm" target=_self>investors claims funds</A> to find out if anyone filed a class action lawsuit against a particular company.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9731" target=_self>Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9794" target=_self>Complaints: Financial Institutions</A><LI><A href="http://investor.gov/" target=_self>Investor.gov - Help with Investment Choices</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11784" target=_self>Complaints: Discrimination in Lending Transactions</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nbshVb </body> 62.33334 Mar 19 2013 03:23:26:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9678 Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9678 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9678 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Money http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9678 Consumer Issues Scams and Fraud http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9679 Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) is an international agreement that regulates trade in rare and threatened wildlife species:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.cites.org/eng/resources/species.html" target=_self>CITES Species Database</A> <LI><A href="http://www.cites.org/eng/app/" target=_self>CITES Appendices</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/international/animals/" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS): Animals Protected by the CITES Treaty</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/international/plants/" target=_self>FWS: Plants Protected by the CITES Treaty</A></LI></UL>Import/Export Permits Contact the applicable <A href="http://www.cites.org/cms/index.php/component/cp" target=_self>country's official management authority</A> for information on import and/or export permits for international shipments of:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Endangered or threatened animal and plant species <LI>Products made from endangered or threatened species</LI></UL>Contacting CITES For information about the <A href="http://www.cites.org/" target=_self>Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora</A>, view the convention's <A href="http://www.cites.org/eng/contact.php" target=_self>frequently asked questions and contact information</A>.The <A href="http://www.fws.gov/international/about-us/division-of-management-authority.html" target=_self>U.S. Division of Management Authority (DMA)</A> serves as the primary public CITES contact for the United States. To contact the DMA, call 1-800-358-2104 or 1-703-358-2093.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/international/cites/" target=_self>CITES in the U.S.</A> <LI><A href="http://www.cites.org/eng/cop/" target=_self>CITES Conference of the Parties</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/international/travel-and-trade/illegal-wildlife-trade.html" target=_self>General Information on Illegal Wildlife Trade</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12270" target=_self>U.S. Ports for the Importation or Exportation of Wildlife</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10010" target=_self>Prohibited Animal and Plant Products</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9807" target=_self>FWS Permits</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qRBMpJ </body> 78.36668 Feb 26 2013 05:48:22:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9679 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9679 International Foreign Affairs http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9679 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9679 Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9679 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9679 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9680 National Fish Passage Program <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>The National Fish Passage Program uses a voluntary, non-regulatory approach to remove/bypass artificial barriers to fish movement.For more information, visit the following links:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/fisheries/facilities/nfpp_projects.html" target=_self>Fish Passage Projects in Your Area</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/fisheries/facilities/nfpp_FAQ.html" target=_self>Frequently Asked Program Questions</A></LI></UL>Contact the Program Contact the <A href="http://www.fws.gov/fisheries/facilities/nfpp.html" target=_self>National Fish Passage Program</A> by phone at 1-703-358-2523.Additional <A href="http://www.fws.gov/fisheries/facilities/nfpp_contacts.html" target=_self>contact information for the program and its regions</A> is available.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://ecos.fws.gov/geofin/" target=_self>Fish Passage Barrier Database</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9749" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9917" target=_self>National Fish Hatchery System (NFHS)</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/fisheries/" target=_self>Fisheries and Aquatic Resource Program</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nRMgtv </body> 11.49999 Feb 22 2013 08:41:39:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9680 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9680 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9680 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9681 * Recreational Areas: State and National Parks <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19394"></head><body>Many state parks allow hunting, fishing, and other recreational activities. In contrast, national parks generally prohibit hunting, mining, and other activities.State Parks For information on state parks:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Travel-Tourism/State-Tourism.shtml" target=_self>Contact a state tourism office</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>Contact a state fish and wildlife agency</A> <LI><A href="http://naspd1.org/dotnetnuke/Home/StateParkWebsites/tabid/132/Default.aspx" target=_self>Visit a state park website</A></LI></UL>National Parks For information on national parks:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.nps.gov/contacts.htm" target=_self>Contact the National Park Service (NPS)</A> <LI><A href="http://www.nps.gov/findapark/" target=_self>Locate a national park by name, location, activity, or topic</A> <LI><A href="http://www.recreation.gov/unifSearch.do" target=_self>Search Recreation.gov's information on federal recreation areas</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9682" target=_self>State and National Park Passes</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10568" target=_self>Federal Recreation Passes</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12135" target=_self>Make Camping Reservations</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12043" target=_self>Recreational Areas: Fee-Free Entrance Days</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12508" target=_self>General Information on Recreational Areas</A> <LI><A href="http://www.recreation.gov/marketing.do?goto=acm/faqs/aboutRecreation.htm" target=_self>Find Recreation-Related Maps</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11347" target=_self>Firearm Policies on FWS and NPS Lands</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/ir4dEQ </body> 9.33333 Feb 19 2013 05:51:44:000PM History, Arts and Culture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9681 Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9681 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9682 * State and National Park Passes <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>For information on passes to state and national parks, contact the park(s) that you plan on visiting. Information on <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9681" target=_self>contacting a state or national park</A> is available.Most passes are valid for entrance fees. You may need to pay additional fees for campgrounds, boat ramps, tours, etc.Please note: At this time, there is no universal pass that will provide access to all local, state, tribal, and federal facilities.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10568" target=_self>Federal Recreation Passes</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12043" target=_self>Recreational Areas: Fee-Free Entrance Days</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12135" target=_self>Make Camping Reservations</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9784" target=_self>State and National Recreation Events</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12508" target=_self>General Information on Recreational Areas</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9808" target=_self>Hunting or Fishing Licenses</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11347" target=_self>Firearm Policies on FWS and NPS Lands</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qupJPL </body> 92.30000 Feb 19 2013 07:34:58:000PM Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9682 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9683 Fish and Wildlife Service: Publications <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>The National Conservation Training Center's (NCTC) Conservation Library provides <A href="http://library.fws.gov/Publications.html" target=_self>electronic copies of Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) publications</A>.You may also call 1-800-344-WILD (1-800-344-9453) to inquire about a publication.Please note: Printed copies (hard copies) of FWS publications are often not available.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/science/publicationsys.html" target=_self>FWS Scientific Journals</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/eddies/" target=_self>Eddies: Reflections on Fisheries Conservation</A> - an FWS quarterly magazine<LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9746" target=_self>FWS Federal Register Documents</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11409" target=_self>General Information on Ordering Government Publications</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9686" target=_self>FWS Resources for Students and/or Teachers</A> <LI><A href="http://library.fws.gov/" target=_self>National Conservation Training Center's (NCTC) Conservation Library</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9749" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/p6TCJj </body> 26.40001 Mar 11 2013 02:34:03:000PM Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9683 Reference and General Government Government Publications http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9683 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9684 Recreational Areas: National Wildlife Refuge System (NWRS) <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19394"></head><body>The National Wildlife Refuge System (NWRS) is a network of federal lands that:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>House migratory birds, endangered species, and an assortment of other plants and animals<LI>Support primary fisheries<LI>Offer various wildlife-dependent recreation uses</LI></UL>For more information on the <A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/" target=_self>National Wildlife Refuge System</A>, visit the following links:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://americaswildlife.org/" target=_self>Conserving the Future: Wildlife Refuges and the Next Generation</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/about/faq.html" target=_self>Frequently Asked Questions and Fact Sheets</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/visitors/" target=_self>NWRS - Visitors</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/about/careers.html" target=_self>NWRS Career Opportunities</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/kids/" target=_self>Information for Kids</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/news/SenateResolutionDesignatesNWRWeek.html" target=_self>National Wildlife Refuge Week</A> - October 14 through 20, 2012</LI></UL>Locate a Refuge To find a wildlife refuge near you, visit the <A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/refugeLocatorMaps/" target=_self>national wildlife refuge locator</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9749" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12135" target=_self>Make Camping Reservations</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12043" target=_self>Recreational Areas: Fee-Free Entrance Days</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11347" target=_self>Firearm Policies on FWS and NPS Lands</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/osbJWs </body> 56.93331 Mar 12 2013 03:22:52:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9684 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9684 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9684 Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9684 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9684 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9685 Recreational Activities: Hunting <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>Big game, small game, and bird hunting are available on America's public lands depending on the site and season of your trip. Hunting fees, licensing, and seasonal restrictions vary from site to site. For more information, <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>contact your state fish and wildlife agency</A>.For information about a particular recreational area, contact the site directly:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Travel-Tourism/State-Tourism.shtml" target=_self>Contact a state tourism office</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>Contact a state fish and wildlife agency</A><LI><A href="http://www.recreation.gov/unifSearch.do" target=_self>Contact a federal recreation area</A></LI></UL>Hunting on a Wildlife Refuge There are approximately 300 units in the National Wildlife Refuge System (NWRS) that are open to hunting.To find out if you can hunt on a refuge, <A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/refugeLocatorMaps/" target=_self>visit the refuge's website or contact them directly</A>.Hunting Licenses Everyone age 16 and older who wishes to hunt must <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9808" target=_self>get a hunting license</A>. Individuals under age 16 may need a <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9810" target=_self>junior hunting license</A>. Check with your state fish and wildlife agency for their particular requirements. If you want to hunt waterfowl, you will need a <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9906" target=_self>Federal Duck Stamp</A> in addition to a state hunting license.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9811" target=_self>Hunting Rules and Regulations</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/hunting/" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS): Hunting</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/migratorybirds/hunting.html" target=_self>Migratory Bird Program: Hunting</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/hunting/" target=_self>Your Guide to Hunting on National Wildlife Refuges</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/international/permits/by-activity/sport-hunted-trophies.html" target=_self>Sport-Hunted Trophy Imports</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11347" target=_self>Firearm Policies on FWS and NPS Lands</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pBkwRy </body> 59.40001 Mar 22 2013 05:18:42:000PM Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9685 Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9685 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9686 Fish and Wildlife Service: Resources for Students and/or Teachers <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19328"></head><body>The Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) provides information for kids, adults, and educators on the <A href="http://www.fws.gov/letsgooutside/" target=_self>"Let's Go Outside!" website</A>.Information on <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9666" target=_self>FWS student employment programs</A> is also available.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11024" target=_self>Environmental Information for Teachers and Students</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/neighborhoodexplorers/" target=_self>Neighborhood Explorers (NX): FWS Online Video Game</A> <LI><A href="http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Education-Training/Education.shtml" target=_self>USA.gov: Education and Training</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10028" target=_self>Student Internships</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9749" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pTDhcQ </body> 25.16667 Mar 11 2013 03:09:53:000PM Jobs and Education Education http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9686 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9686 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9686 Jobs and Education http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9686 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9687 Stocking Fish in Lakes and/or Ponds <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19394"></head><body>Contact your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife agency</A> for information on stocking fish in lakes and ponds. Your state office may be able to provide information on:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Which hatcheries will sell you fish<LI>Stocking rates<LI>Fish species<LI>Stocking times</LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10111" target=_self>Importing Live Fish</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9917" target=_self>National Fish Hatchery System (NFHS)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11930" target=_self>Aquaculture</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11200" target=_self>Consumer Information on Seafood Sustainability and Quality</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11487" target=_self>Food Safety: Fish</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/n94WUy </body> 39.23333 Mar 1 2013 08:45:14:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9687 Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9687 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9687 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9688 * International Adoption The Office of Children's Issues (OCI) in the U.S. Department of State (DOS) can help you with <a href="http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/what.php" target="_self">international (inter-country) adoptions</a>.Contact the <a href="http://travel.state.gov/abduction/about/about_605.html" target="_self">DOS Office of Children's Issues</a> for assistance and/or information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>E-mail: <a href="mailto:askci@state.gov">AskCI@state.gov</a></li><li>U.S./Canada: Call 1-888-407-4747</li><li>Abroad: Call 1-202-736-9090, or contact a <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a></li></ul>Before starting an inter-country adoption, find out about:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/who.php" target="_self">Who can adopt a child abroad</a></li><li><a href="http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/how_to_adopt/childeligibility.php" target="_self">Which children are eligible for adoption</a></li><li><a href="http://adoption.state.gov/hague_convention/hague_vs_nonhague.php" target="_self">The adoption process you must follow</a></li></ul>The United States signed the <a href="http://www.hcch.net/index_en.php?act=conventions.text&cid=69" target="_self">Hague Convention on Inter-Country Adoptions</a>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://adoption.state.gov/country_information/country_specific_alerts_notices.php?alert_notice_type=alerts&alert_notice_file=russia_5" target="_self">Federation Council approves Legislation to Ban Intercountry Adoption by U.S. Families</a></li><li><a href="http://adoption.state.gov/country_information/alerts_notices.php" target="_self">Adoption Notices and Alerts</a></li><li><a href="http://adoption.state.gov/content/pdf/Intercountry_Adoption_From_A_Z.pdf" target="_self">Inter-Country Adoption from A-Z</a> (PDF document)</li></ul>Please note: To view and print PDF documents, you must use the <a href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target="_self">Adobe Reader software</a>, which is available for download without charge.The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/poZpP0  5.10000 Mar 5 2013 09:11:41:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9688 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9688 International Immigration and Naturalization http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9688 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9688 Overseas Citizens Services (OCS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9688 International Visas http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9689 DOS: Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) The <a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/registration/registration_4789.html" target="_self">Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)</a>:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Is a free resource from the U.S. Department of State (DOS) for American citizens who travel, or live, abroad</li><li>Allows DOS to contact and <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9657" target="_self">assist you</a> in the event of a <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10836" target="_self">disaster or other emergency</a> abroad</li><li>Provides current <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9651" target="_self">travel alert and warning information</a> from DOS</li></ul><a href="https://step.state.gov/step/" target="_self">Register with STEP online</a>, or contact the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12164" target="_self">DOS Office of Overseas Citizens Services (OCS)</a> for assistance and/or information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>E-mail: <a href="mailto:caibrs@state.gov">CAIBRS@state.gov</a></li><li>U.S./Canada: Call 1-888-407-4747</li><li>Abroad: Call 1-202-736-9090, or contact a <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a></li></ul> Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11806" target="_self">International Travel: Crisis Preparedness</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9752" target="_self">International Travel: Information for American Citizens</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9708" target="_self">Locating an American Citizen Abroad</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11398" target="_self">DOS: Warden Notification System</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qjyyoj  78.10000 Mar 1 2013 09:02:48:000PM Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9689 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9690 Complaints: The United States Postal Service (USPS) If you wish to file a complaint about the United States Postal Service (USPS) or a postal issue, you may submit your claim in one of six ways:<ol style="FONT-SIZE: 80%"><li>File a complaint online by visiting the <a href="http://faq.usps.com/eCustomer/iq/usps/request.do?create=kb:USPSFAQ&forward=inquiryType" target="_self">E-mail Us</a> link on their website. (Please select the inquiry type that most closely relates to the complaint you have. This will allow them to route your issue to the appropriate department or group.)</li><li>Call 1.800.ASK.USPS (275.8777) or TTY: 1.877.TTY.2HLP (889.2457).</li><li>Write the Postal Service's Consumer Advocate office at the following address: United States Postal Service Office of the Consumer Advocate 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Room 4541 Washington DC 20260-4541</li><li>Speak to the <a href="http://about.usps.com/who-we-are/postmasterfinder/" target="_self">Station Manager (Postmaster)</a> at a local Post Office.</li><li>For acts of theft, fraud, waste, or abuse committed by the USPS or a USPS employee, file a complaint with the USPS Inspector General's Office (OIG) by:<ul style="FONT-SIZE: 125%; PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet" type="disc"><li>E-mail at <a href="mailto:hotline@uspsoig.gov">hotline@uspsoig.gov</a></li><li>The <a href="http://www.uspsoig.gov/hotline-new.cfm" target="_self">online complaint form</a></li><li>Phone at 1.888.USPS.OIG (877.7644). <a href="http://www.uspsoig.gov/contact.html" target="_self">Additional contact information</a> is also available.</li></ul></li><li>For acts of fraud or abuse committed by an individual not affiliated with the USPS, learn how to <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9700" target="_self">report mail fraud</a> or <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9721" target="_self">report mail theft, tampering, or the destruction of mail or mailboxes</a>.</li></ol>Please note: The USPS and the USPS OIG handle complaints about general service-related issues. If you have a comment or complaint about a major change in service such as postage rates or the proposed <a href="http://about.usps.com/news/electronic-press-kits/five-day-delivery/" target="_self">Five-Day Delivery</a>, please contact the <a href="http://www.prc.gov/" target="_self">Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC)</a>. Forward comments, questions, and complaints to the PRC using their <a href="http://www.prc.gov/prc-pages/about/contact/" target="_self">online contact form</a>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12257" target="_self">United States Postal Service (USPS)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.uspsoig.gov/" target="_self">USPS Inspector General's Office (OIG)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12256" target="_self">U.S. Postal Inspection Office</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9700" target="_self">Reporting Mail Fraud</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9721" target="_self">Report Mail Theft, Tampering or the Destruction of Mail or Mailboxes</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10335" target="_self">Postage Rates</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pQWdtq  1135.33333 Feb 7 2013 09:28:24:000PM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9690 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9690 Reference and General Government Postal Service http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9690 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9691 * Research of Ancestors and/or Descendants (Genealogy) The following resources may help with genealogical and family research:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.census.gov/genealogy/www/" target="_self">Census Bureau's Genealogy Page</a></li><li><a href="http://1940census.archives.gov/" target="_self">1940 Census Data</a></li><li><a href="http://www.archives.gov/research/genealogy/" target="_self">Resources for Genealogists</a></li><li><a href="http://www.uscis.gov/genealogy/" target="_self">Genealogy Program</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/History_Family.shtml" target="_self">Family History and Genealogy</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10326" target="_self">Researching Native American Ancestry</a></li></ul>For help with specific questions related to <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12286" target="_self">National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)</a> or <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12202" target="_self">Census Bureau</a> information, you may:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.archives.gov/contact/" target="_self">Contact NARA</a> at 1.86.NARA.NARA (866.272.6272)</li><li>Contact the Census Call Center at 1.800.923.8282</li></ul>Genealogical Workshops and Courses NARA offers genealogical workshops and courses. Topics include an introduction to genealogy and research into records such as Census schedules, military service and pension records, and passenger lists.<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.archives.gov/calendar/" target="_self">Workshop Schedule for Washington, D.C.</a></li><li><a href="http://www.archives.gov/research/genealogy/events/" target="_self">Workshop Schedules Nationwide</a></li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11292" target="_self">Preserving Documentary Heritage</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11512" target="_self">Homesteading Records</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nxkwHp  83.66665 Feb 5 2013 08:23:31:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9691 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9691 History, Arts and Culture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9692 International Kidnapping The U.S. Department of State's (DOS) <a href="http://travel.state.gov/abduction/about/about_605.html" target="_self">Office of Children's Issues (OCI)</a> within the assists in cases of international parental child abduction.<a href="http://travel.state.gov/abduction/emergencies/emergencies_3845.html" target="_self">Emergencies - Abductions in Progress</a> Contact OCI immediately if your child is in the process of being <a href="http://travel.state.gov/childabduction" target="_self">abducted internationally by a family member</a>, and is not yet abroad:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET: Call 1-202-736-9090</li><li>At all other times: Call 1-888-407-4747; from abroad dial 1-202-501-4444</li></ul>Kidnapping Threat or Kidnapping after the Fact Contact OCI for help if a family member has <a href="http://travel.state.gov/abduction/incoming/incoming_4173.html" target="_self">kidnapped a child to the U.S.</a> or <a href="http://travel.state.gov/abduction/solutions/solutions_3848.html" target="_self">kidnapped a child from the U.S.</a>:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>United States: Call 1-888-407-4747</li><li>Abroad: Call 1-202-501-4444</li><li>Fax: Call 1-202-736-9132</li><li>E-mail: <a href="mailto:abductionusca@state.gov">AbductionUSCA@state.gov</a> or <a href="mailto:preventabduction@state.gov">PreventAbduction@state.gov</a></a></li></ul>Please note: OCI does not suggest you <a href="http://travel.state.gov/abduction/solutions/reabduction/reabduction_3867.html" target="_self">attempt to "re-abduct" your child</a> at any time.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/abduction/prevention/prevention/prevention_2873.html" target="_self">Child Abduction Prevention Tools</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9646" target="_self">Children's Passport Issuance Alert Program (CPIAP)</a></li><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/abduction/country/country_3781.html" target="_self">Country-Specific Child Abduction Information</a></li><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/abduction/resources/resources_3860.html" target="_self">International Child Abduction Resources</a></li><li><a href="http://www.travel.state.gov/abduction/solutions/opencase/opencase_3849.html" target="_self">Opening an International Parental Child Abduction Case</a></li><li><a href="http://www.ncmec.org/" target="_self">National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.hcch.net/index_en.php?act=conventions.text&cid=24" target="_self">Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nzsCWC  66.13335 Feb 15 2013 08:37:47:000PM Overseas Citizens Services (OCS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9693 Citizenship: Loss You will <a href="http://travel.state.gov/law/citizenship/citizenship_778.html" target="_self">lose your U.S. citizenship</a> only if you:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9701" target="_self">Renounce your U.S. citizenship</a></li><li>Voluntarily perform certain actions such as naturalizing in a foreign country</li></ul>You will not lose your U.S. citizenship if you acquire citizenship in another country due to <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9695" target="_self">marriage to a foreign national</a>; you acquire <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12102" target="_self">dual citizenship</a> instead.Contact <a href="http://www.uscis.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)</a> for assistance and/or information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>United States: Call 1.800.375.5283; for TTY dial 1.800.767.1833</li><li>Abroad: Contact the nearest <a href="http://www.uscis.gov/international/" target="_self">USCIS international office</a>, or a <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a></li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11443" target="_self">Citizenship and Naturalization</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11900" target="_self">Citizenship: Becoming a U.S. Citizen</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9694" target="_self">Citizenship: Person Born Abroad to a U.S. Citizen</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oAzfAt  114.59999 Feb 8 2013 04:14:37:000PM International Immigration and Naturalization http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9693 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9694 Citizenship: Person Born Abroad to a U.S. Citizen In most cases, U.S. citizen parents must establish the citizenship of their children born abroad at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate.To establish your child's U.S. citizenship, contact the <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a> in your child's country of birth to obtain a <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11973" target="_self">Consular Report of Birth Abroad</a>. If the embassy or consulate cannot issue this document, you must get a <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12338" target="_self">Certificate of Citizenship</a> from <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11839" target="_self">United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)</a> instead.</ol>Volume 7 of the Foreign Affairs Manual (FAM) explains <a href="http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/86757.pdf" target="_self">how a child born abroad to a U.S. citizen acquires U.S. citizenship</a>. (PDF | requires <a href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target="_self">Adobe Reader</a>)The U.S. Department of State (DOS) provides <a href="http://travel.state.gov/law/family_issues/birth/birth_593.html" target="_self">additional information on births abroad</a>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12102" target="_self">Citizenship: Dual</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9697" target="_self">Citizenship: Person Born in a U.S. Territory</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10184" target="_self">Citizenship: Verifying</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qqqJDe  18.66667 Mar 6 2013 08:13:38:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9694 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9694 International Immigration and Naturalization http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9694 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9694 Family, Home and Community Vital Records http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9695 * Marriage Abroad for American Citizens The United States generally recognizes marriages performed abroad. However, each state and territory determines its own marriage laws.<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>The best sources of information about marriage in another country are that country's <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13241" target="_self">embassy or consulate</a> and tourist information bureau</li><li>The <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12280" target="_self">U.S. Department of State (DOS)</a> also provides <a href="http://travel.state.gov/law/family_issues/marriage/marriage_589.html" target="_self">some information on marriage abroad</a></li><li>Your spouse does not gain U.S. citizenship by marrying you; he/she must <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11252" target="_self">naturalize</a> to do so</li><li>You will not <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9693" target="_self">lose your U.S. citizenship</a> if you gain <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12102" target="_self">dual citizenship</a> through marriage</li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9714" target="_self">Divorce of an American Citizen</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9711" target="_self">Marriage in the United States</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10625" target="_self">Immigration: Sponsoring a Spouse or Fiancé(e)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11255" target="_self">Immigration: Suspected Marriage Fraud</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11536" target="_self">Laws: Same-Sex Marriage</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10604" target="_self">Residence: Removal of Conditions Based on Marriage</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oiOyU5  540.16665 Mar 6 2013 07:51:11:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9695 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9695 International Immigration and Naturalization http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9695 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9695 Overseas Citizens Services (OCS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9696 State and Territorial Fish and Wildlife Agencies <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>Some of the reasons for contacting a state/territorial fish and wildlife agency include:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9811" target=_self>Reporting hunting and/or fishing violations</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9811" target=_self>Learning about rules governing hunting and/or fishing</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9687" target=_self>Stocking fish in lakes and ponds</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9810" target=_self>Learning about hunting classes and Junior Hunting Licenses</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9808" target=_self>Getting hunting and fishing licenses</A></LI></UL>Locate your state below for contact information:Alabama <A href="http://www.outdooralabama.com/" target=_self>Alabama Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries</A> Phone: 1-334-242-3465 <A href="http://www.outdooralabama.com/contact/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Alabama</A>Alaska <A href="http://www.adfg.alaska.gov/" target=_self>Alaska Department of Fish and Game</A> Phone: 1-907-465-4100 <A href="http://www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=contacts.main" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Alaska</A>American Samoa <A href="http://americansamoa.gov/index.php/2012-04-25-19-44-32/2012-04-25-19-52-04/departments/marine-wildlife" target=_self>American Samoa Department of Marine and Wildlife Resources</A> Phone: 1-684-633-4456Arizona <A href="http://www.azgfd.gov/" target=_self>Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD)</A> Phone: 1-602-942-3000 <A href="http://www.azgfd.gov/inside_azgfd/agency_directory.shtml" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Arizona</A>Arkansas <A href="http://www.agfc.com/" target=_self>Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC)</A> Phone: 1-800-364-4263 or 1-501-223-6300 <A href="http://www.agfc.com/contactagfc/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Arkansas</A>California <A href="http://www.dfg.ca.gov/" target=_self>California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)</A> Phone: 1-916-445-0411 <A href="http://www.dfg.ca.gov/contact/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for California</A>Colorado <A href="http://wildlife.state.co.us/" target=_self>Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW)</A> Phone: 1-303-297-1192 <A href="http://wildlife.state.co.us/About/pages/askdow.aspx" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Colorado</A>Connecticut <A href="http://www.ct.gov/deep/" target=_self>Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP)</A> Phone: 1-860-424-3000 <A href="http://www.ct.gov/deep/cwp/view.asp?a=2690&q=322410&deepNav_GID=1511" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Connecticut</A>Delaware <A href="http://www.dnrec.delaware.gov/fw/" target=_self>Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife</A> Phone: 1-302-739-9910 <A href="http://www.dnrec.delaware.gov/fw/Pages/ContactUs.aspx" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Delaware</A>District of Columbia <A href="http://ddoe.dc.gov/service/fisheries-and-wildlife" target=_self>District of Columbia Fisheries and Wildlife Division</A> Phone: 1-202-535-2260Florida <A href="http://myfwc.com/" target=_self>Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)</A> Phone: 1-850-488-4676 <A href="http://myfwc.com/contact/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Florida</A>Georgia <A href="http://www.georgiawildlife.org/" target=_self>Georgia Wildlife Resources Division</A> Phone: 1-770-918-6400 <A href="http://www.georgiawildlife.org/about/contact" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Georgia</A>Guam <A href="http://www.guamdawr.org/" target=_self>Guam Division of Aquatic and Wildlife Resources (DAWR)</A> Phone: 1-671-735-3955 <A href="http://www.guamdawr.org/Staff/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Guam</A>Hawaii <A href="http://dlnr.hawaii.gov/" target=_self>Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR)</A> Phone: 1-808-587-0400 <A href="http://dlnr.hawaii.gov/contact/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Hawaii</A>Idaho <A href="http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/" target=_self>Idaho Department of Fish and Game</A> Phone: 1-208-334-3700 <A href="http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/feedback/getForm.cfm" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Idaho</A>Illinois <A href="http://www.dnr.illinois.gov/" target=_self>Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR)</A> Phone: 1-217-782-6302 <A href="http://www.dnr.illinois.gov/about/Pages/Contact.aspx" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Illinois</A>Indiana <A href="http://www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/" target=_self>Indiana Division of Fish and Wildlife</A> Phone: 1-317-232-4200 <A href="http://www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/5454.htm" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Indiana</A>Iowa <A href="http://www.iowadnr.gov/" target=_self>Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR)</A> Phone: 1-515-281-5918 <A href="http://www.iowadnr.gov/ContactIowaDNR.aspx" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Iowa</A>Kansas <A href="http://www.kdwpt.state.ks.us/" target=_self>Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism (KDWPT)</A> Phone: 1-620-672-5911 <A href="http://www.kdwpt.state.ks.us/news/KDWPT-Info/Contact-us" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Kansas</A>Kentucky <A href="http://fw.ky.gov/" target=_self>Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources</A> Phone: 1-800-858-1549 <A href="http://fw.ky.gov/navigation.aspx?cid=200" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Kentucky</A>Louisiana <A href="http://www.wlf.louisiana.gov/" target=_self>Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF)</A> Phone: 1-225-765-2800 <A href="http://www.wlf.louisiana.gov/contact" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Louisiana</A>Maine <A href="http://www.maine.gov/ifw/" target=_self>Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (IFW)</A> Phone: 1-207-287-8000 <A href="http://www.maine.gov/ifw/contactus.htm" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Maine</A>Mariana Islands <A href="http://www.dfw.gov.mp/" target=_self>Mariana Islands Division of Fish and Wildlife</A> Phone: 1-670-664-6000 or 1-670-664-6004Maryland <A href="http://www.dnr.state.md.us/" target=_self>Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR)</A> Phone: 1-877-620-8DNR (1-877-620-8367) or 1-410-260-8100 <A href="http://www.dnr.state.md.us/contact.asp" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Maryland</A>Massachusetts <A href="http://www.mass.gov/dfwele/" target=_self>Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game (DFG)</A> Phone: 1-617-626-1500Michigan <A href="http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/" target=_self>Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)</A> Phone: 1-517-373-1263 <A href="http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-153-10773-24871--,00.html" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Michigan</A>Minnesota <A href="http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/" target=_self>Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)</A> Phone: 1-888-MINNDNR (1-888-646-6367) or 1-651-296-6157 <A href="http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/contact/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Minnesota</A>Mississippi <A href="http://www.mdwfp.com/" target=_self>Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP)</A> Phone: 1-601-432-2400 <A href="http://www.mdwfp.com/applications/ContactForm/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Mississippi</A>Missouri <A href="http://www.mdc.mo.gov/" target=_self>Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC)</A> Phone: 1-573-751-4115 <A href="http://www.mdc.mo.gov/contact-us" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Missouri</A>Montana <A href="http://fwp.mt.gov/" target=_self>Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (FWP)</A> Phone: 1-406-444-2612 <A href="http://fwp.mt.gov/doingBusiness/contactUs/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Montana</A>Nebraska <A href="http://outdoornebraska.ne.gov/" target=_self>Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NGPC)</A> Phone: 1-402-471-0641 <A href="http://outdoornebraska.ne.gov/admin/commission/division_contacts.asp" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Nebraska</A>Nevada <A href="http://www.ndow.org/" target=_self>Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW)</A> Phone: 1-775-688-1500 <A href="http://www.ndow.org/Our_Agency/Contact_Us/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Nevada</A>New Hampshire <A href="http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/" target=_self>New Hampshire Fish and Game Department</A> Phone: 1-603-271-2461 or 1-603-271-2462 <A href="http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Inside_FandG/contact_fish_and_game.htm" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for New Hampshire</A>New Jersey <A href="http://www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw/" target=_self>New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife</A> Phone: 1-609-292-2965 <A href="http://www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw/contact.htm" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for New Jersey</A>New Mexico <A href="http://www.wildlife.state.nm.us/" target=_self>New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF)</A> Phone: 1-505-476-8000 <A href="http://www.wildlife.state.nm.us/contact/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for New Mexico</A>New York <A href="http://www.dec.ny.gov/" target=_self>New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)</A> Phone: 1-518-402-8995 <A href="http://www.dec.ny.gov/about/259.html" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for New York</A>North Carolina <A href="http://www.ncwildlife.org/" target=_self>North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission</A> Phone: 1-919-707-0010 <A href="http://www.ncwildlife.org/contacts.aspx" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for North Carolina</A>North Dakota <A href="http://gf.nd.gov/" target=_self>North Dakota Game and Fish Department (NDGF)</A> Phone: 1-701-328-6300 <A href="http://gf.nd.gov/about-us/contact-us" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for North Dakota</A>Ohio <A href="http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/wildlife/" target=_self>Ohio Division of Wildlife</A> Phone: 1-800-WILDLIFE (1-800-945-3543) or 1-614-265-6300 <A href="http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/wildlife/Home/ContactUs/tabid/18270/Default.aspx" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Ohio</A>Oklahoma <A href="http://www.wildlifedepartment.com/" target=_self>Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC)</A> Phone: 1-405-521-2739 <A href="http://www.wildlifedepartment.com/contactus.htm" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Oklahoma</A>Oregon <A href="http://www.dfw.state.or.us/" target=_self>Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW)</A> Phone: 1-800-720-ODFW (1-800-720-6339) or 1-503-947-6000 <A href="http://www.dfw.state.or.us/agency/directory/contact_us.asp" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Oregon</A>Pennsylvania <A href="http://www.pgc.state.pa.us/" target=_self>Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC)</A> (hunting licenses, wildlife management, violations) Phone: 1-717-787-4250 <A href="http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt?open=514&objID=562928&mode=2" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Pennsylvania Game Commission</A><A href="http://www.fish.state.pa.us/" target=_self>Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC)</A> (fishing/boating licenses, boating safety courses, fisheries) Phone: 1-717-705-7800 <A href="http://fishandboat.com/dir.htm" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission</A>Puerto Rico <A href="http://www.drna.gobierno.pr/" target=_self>Puerto Rico Department of Natural and Environmental Resources (DRNA)</A> Phone: 1-787-999-2200 <A href="http://www.drna.gobierno.pr/contact-info" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Puerto Rico</A>Rhode Island <A href="http://www.dem.ri.gov/programs/bnatres/fishwild/" target=_self>Rhode Island Division of Fish and Wildlife</A> Phone: 1-401-789-0281 <A href="http://www.dem.ri.gov/contact/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Rhode Island</A>South Carolina <A href="http://www.dnr.sc.gov/" target=_self>South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (DNR)</A> Phone: 1-803-734-3886 <A href="http://www.dnr.sc.gov/admin/contactus.html" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for South Carolina</A>South Dakota <A href="http://gfp.sd.gov/" target=_self>South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Department (GFP)</A> Phone: 1-605-223-7660 <A href="http://gfp.sd.gov/agency/contacts/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for South Dakota</A>Tennessee <A href="http://www.state.tn.us/twra/" target=_self>Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA)</A> Phone: 1-615-781-6500 <A href="http://www.tn.gov/twra/contact.html" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Tennessee</A>Texas <A href="http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/" target=_self>Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD)</A> Phone: 1-800-792-1112 or 1-512-389-4800 <A href="http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/fishboat/boat/owner/office_locations/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Texas</A>Utah <A href="http://wildlife.utah.gov/dwr/" target=_self>Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR)</A> Phone: 1-801-538-4700 <A href="http://wildlife.utah.gov/dwr/about-us/contact-us.html" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Utah</A>Vermont <A href="http://www.vtfishandwildlife.com/" target=_self>Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department</A> Phone: 1-802-241-3700 <A href="http://www.vtfishandwildlife.com/about_staff.cfm" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Vermont</A>Virgin Islands <A href="http://fish-and-wildlife.dpnr.gov.vi/" target=_self>Virgin Islands Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW)</A> Phone: 1-340-775-6762 or 1-340-773-1082 <A href="http://fish-and-wildlife.dpnr.gov.vi/pages/contact-us-250" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for the Virgin Islands</A>Virginia <A href="http://www.dgif.virginia.gov/" target=_self>Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (VDGIF)</A> Phone: 1-804-367-1000 For Boat Licenses: 1-877-898-2628 <A href="http://www.dgif.virginia.gov/contact/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Virginia</A>Washington <A href="http://wdfw.wa.gov/" target=_self>Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW)</A> Phone: 1-360-902-2200 <A href="http://wdfw.wa.gov/about/contact/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Washington</A>West Virginia <A href="http://www.wvdnr.gov/" target=_self>West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR)</A> Phone: 1-304-558-2754 <A href="http://www.wvdnr.gov/contact.shtm" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for West Virginia</A>Wisconsin <A href="http://dnr.wi.gov/" target=_self>Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR)</A> Phone: 1-888-WDNRINFO (1-888-936-7463) or 1-608-266-2621 <A href="http://dnr.wi.gov/contact/" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Wisconsin</A>Wyoming <A href="http://wgfd.wyo.gov/" target=_self>Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD)</A> Phone: 1-307-777-4600 <A href="http://wgfd.wyo.gov/web2011/wgfd-1000346.aspx" target=_self>Additional Contact Information for Wyoming</A>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12253" target=_self>Locate a Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Office</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/offices/statelinks.html" target=_self>FWS Management Offices: State, Territorial, and Tribal</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/jQLq1B </body> 382.99998 Mar 26 2013 01:41:27:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9696 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9696 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9696 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9696 Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9696 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9696 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9696 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9697 Citizenship: Person Born in a U.S. Territory You are a U.S. citizen if you have a birth certificate issued by a U.S. state or territory.<a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10184" target="_self">Verify your citizenship status</a> with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) if you were born in a U.S. territory but do not have a birth certificate issued by that territory.Contact <a href="http://www.uscis.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services</a> for assistance and/or information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>United States: Call 1-800-375-5283; for TTY dial 1-800-767-1833</li><li>Abroad: Contact the nearest <a href="http://www.uscis.gov/international/" target="_self">USCIS international office</a>, or a <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a></li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9694" target="_self">Citizenship: Person Born Abroad to a U.S. Citizen</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11905" target="_self">Vital Records: Documents Issued in the U.S.</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11985" target="_self">Vital Records: Puerto Rican Birth Certificate</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qHeKIl  108.00003 Mar 6 2013 08:16:29:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9697 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9697 International Immigration and Naturalization http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9697 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9697 Family, Home and Community Vital Records http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9700 Reporting Mail Fraud You can report mail fraud to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) in one of three ways:<ol style="FONT-SIZE: 80%"><li>Send a <a href="http://ehome.uspis.gov/FCSExternal/pdf/ps8165.pdf" target=_self>mail fraud report</a> (PDF | requires <a href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target=_self>Adobe Acrobat Reader</a>) to: Criminal Investigations Service Center Attention: Mail Fraud 222 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 1250 Chicago IL 60606-6100</li><li>Contact your <a href="https://ribbs.usps.gov/locators/find-is.cfm" target="_self">nearest Postal Inspection Service office</a>. You may also locate the nearest office by callling 1.877.876.2455 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in all time zones.</li><li>Submit a <a href="https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov/forms/MailFraudComplaint.aspx" target="_self">Mail Fraud Complaint Form</a> online. All information you submit will transmit over a secure server. Read their <a href="https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov/other/privacy.aspx" target="_self">Privacy Policy</a> for more information.</li></ol>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://about.usps.com/publications/pub300a.pdf" target="_self">Preventing Mail Fraud</a> (PDF | requires <a href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target="_self">Adobe Acrobat Reader</a>)</li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9721" target="_self">Report Mail Theft, Tampering, or the Destruction of Mail or Mailboxes</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9690" target="_self">Filing a Complaint against the United States Postal Service (USPS)</a></li><li><a href="http://deliveringtrust.com/" target="_self">DeliveringTrust.com</a> - Provides videos that give examples of different types of fraud including identity theft and telemarketing fraud. These videos also give tips on preventing fraud and what to do if your personal information has been compromised</li><li><a href="http://www.stopfraud.gov/" target="_self">StopFraud.gov</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12256" target="_self">U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12257" target="_self">United States Postal Service (USPS)</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/prFDEM  16.80000 Jan 25 2013 04:01:26:000PM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9700 Consumer Issues General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9700 Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9700 Reference and General Government Postal Service http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9700 Consumer Issues Scams and Fraud http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9701 Citizenship: Renouncing The decision to renounce U.S. citizenship has irrevocable consequences. It can only be undone under very limited circumstances.<a href="http://travel.state.gov/law/citizenship/citizenship_776.html" target="_self">Renouncing your U.S. citizenship</a> means that you:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Give up your rights and responsibilities as a U.S. citizen</li><li>Must become a citizen of another nation, or risk becoming "stateless"</li><li>May need a <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10667" target="_self">visa</a> to visit the United States</li></ul>Contact the <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a> in the country where you intend to live to renounce your U.S. citizenship.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12102" target="_self">Citizenship: Dual</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9693" target="_self">Citizenship: Loss</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10184" target="_self">Citizenship: Verifying</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/mU5fmH  65.20001 Mar 1 2013 09:04:26:000PM International Immigration and Naturalization http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9701 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9702 Complaints: United States Embassy or Consulate To complain about how you were treated by an embassy or consulate employee, attempt to resolve the issue with that U.S. Embassy or Consulate.If you are unable to do so for any reason, contact the <a href="http://oig.state.gov/hotline/" target="_self">Office of Inspector General (OIG) Hotline</a> in the U.S. Department of State (DOS):<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Online: <a href="http://oig.state.gov/hotline/130564.htm" target="_self">File a report or complaint</a></li><li>E-mail: <a href="mailto:oighotline@state.gov">OIGHotline@state.gov</a></li><li>Phone: Call 1.800.409.9926 or 1.202.647.3320</li><li>Mail: Department of State Office of Inspector General Hotline PO Box 9778 Arlington VA 22219</li></ul>Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassies, Consulates, and Missions</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9819" target="_self">Complaints: CBP or CBP Employees</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11118" target="_self">Complaints: Travel Screening and Watch Lists</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12335" target="_self">Complaints: USCIS or USCIS Employees</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nXVNuE  4.00000 Feb 5 2013 06:21:49:000PM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9702 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9702 International Foreign Affairs http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9702 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9703 * Passports: Getting or Renewing Abroad American citizens living abroad can get a U.S. passport in their country of residence.Contact a <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a> if you need to:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li> <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11129" target="_self">Apply for a new U.S. Passport</a> (you must apply in person)</li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12354" target="_self">Renew an existing U.S. Passport</a> (the procedure can vary by country)</li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12359" target="_self">Get help if your U.S. Passport was lost or stolen</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12334" target="_self">Get a U.S. Passport in an emergency</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10559" target="_self">Make changes or corrections</a> (including the addition of pages) to your U.S. Passport</li></ul>Please note: You must allow additional time over current <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11051" target="_self">application processing times</a> to receive your passport abroad.Contact the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12165" target="_self">National Passport Information Center (NPIC)</a> for assistance and/or information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>E-mail: <a href="mailto:npic@state.gov">NPIC@state.gov</a></li><li>United States: Call 1-877-4USA-PPT (1-877-487-2778); for TTY dial 1-888-874-7793</li><li>Abroad: Contact a <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a></li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12358" target="_self">Passports: Application Status</a></li><li><a href="https://pptform.state.gov/" target="_self">Passports: Application Wizard</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11257" target="_self">Passports: Obtaining for a Child Adopted Abroad</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11128" target="_self">DOS: Passport, Visa, and Traveler Assistance Forms</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pCMUZo  290.96667 Mar 7 2013 04:14:41:000PM International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9703 International Passports http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9704 Standards: Official Time The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST):<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Provides the <a href="http://www.time.gov/" target="_self">official time</a> for the United States</li><li>Provides <a href="http://www.nist.gov/pml/div688/grp40/" target="_self">time-related services</a></li><li>Maintains the standards and intervals used to calculate time in the U.S., and coordinates them with other world standards</li></ul>The U.S. Naval Observatory (USNO):<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Maintains the <a href="http://www.usno.navy.mil/USNO/time/master-clock/" target="_self">United States Master Clock</a></li><li>Provides <a href="http://www.usno.navy.mil/USNO/time/" target="_self">precise time</a> services</li><li>Provides <a href="http://www.usno.navy.mil/USNO/astronomical-applications/" target="_self">astronomical information</a> and other <a href="http://www.usno.navy.mil/USNO/astrometry/" target="_self">astronometric data</a> required for navigation</li></ul>Time Zones in the United States<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>The continental U.S. (including Alaska) spans five time zones</li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9840" target="_self">American Samoa</a>, <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9853" target="_self">Hawaii</a>, <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9852" target="_self">Guam</a>, the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9881" target="_self">Northern Mariana Islands</a>, <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9886" target="_self">Puerto Rico</a>, and the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9897" target="_self">U.S. Virgin islands</a> are located in additional time zones</li><li>A large part of the continental United States observes <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10323" target="_self">Daylight Saving Time (DST)</a></li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11489" target="_self">National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usno.navy.mil/" target="_self">U.S. Naval Observatory (USNO)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.worldtimeserver.com/" target="_self">Current Time around the World</a></li><li><a href="http://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/gmt.shtml" target="_self">Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usno.navy.mil/USNO/astronomical-applications/astronomical-information-center/universal-time/" target="_self">Universal Time (UT)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.time.gov/exhibits.html" target="_self">Time Exhibits</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/r13mm8  317.73333 Mar 29 2013 08:00:56:000PM Science and Technology http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9705 International Travel: Financial Assistance The U.S. Department of State (DOS) helps American citizens who need temporary financial assistance while abroad by:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Contacting family members back home to request they send them money</li><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/emergencies/money/money_1224.html" target="_self">Wiring money from family members</a></li><li>Loaning money directly to American citizens</li></ul>Contact the <a href="http://travel.state.gov/law/citizenship/citizenship_775.html" target="_self">DOS Office of American Citizens Services (ACS)</a> for assistance and/or information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>U.S./Canada: Call 1-888-407-4747</li><li>Abroad: Call 1-202-501-4444, or contact a <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a></li></ul>DOS Loan Repayments Mail your loan payments to:Department of State Accounts Receivable Division PO Box 979005 St. Louis MO 63197-9000Contact Global Financial Services for additional information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>E-mail: <a href="mailto:fmpard@state.gov">fmpard@state.gov</a></li><li>United States: Call 1-800-521-2116</li><li>Abroad: Call 1-843-746-0592</li></ul>DOS forwards loans older than six months to the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11186" target="_self">U.S. Department of the Treasury</a>. Call 1-888-826-3127 for general information on repaying government debts.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/emergencies/arrest/arrest_3879.html" target="_self">Assistance for U.S. Citizens Arrested Abroad</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9657" target="_self">International Travel: Assistance for Travelers</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10789" target="_self">International Travel: Insurance</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oMlMHq  109.29999 Mar 4 2013 08:44:11:000PM Overseas Citizens Services (OCS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9705 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9705 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9706 * International Travel: Medical Assistance U.S. Embassies and Consulates can assist American citizens who become seriously ill while traveling abroad. They can:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Help <a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/emergencies/emergencies_1195.html" target="_self">find appropriate medical services</a></li><li>Notify family members in the United States</li><li>Arrange for <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10709" target="_self">financial assistance</a> to pay your health related expenses (you are responsible for these costs)</li></ul>Locate a <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/tips_1232.html#health" target="_self">Medical Information for Americans Traveling Abroad</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9657" target="_self">International Travel: Assistance for Travelers</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11806" target="_self">International Travel: Crisis Preparedness</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10709" target="_self">International Travel: Health Tips</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10789" target="_self">International Travel: Insurance</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11095" target="_self">International Travel: Medicare Coverage</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9845" target="_self">International Travel: Medications and Medical Devices</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pjZiPt  69.90000 Mar 26 2013 04:40:50:000PM Health and Nutrition http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9706 Overseas Citizens Services (OCS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9706 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9706 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9707 * International Travel: Difficulty Leaving a Foreign Country The U.S. Department of State (DOS) urges American citizens having trouble leaving a foreign country to contact the nearest <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a> for assistance.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9657" target="_self">International Travel: Assistance for Travelers</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10026" target="_self">International Travel: Children</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11806" target="_self">International Travel: Crisis Preparedness</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qjlmw6  52.00000 Mar 22 2013 07:18:43:000PM Overseas Citizens Services (OCS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9707 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9707 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9708 Locating an American Citizen Abroad To inquire about the welfare or whereabouts of a U.S. citizen abroad, contact:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>The <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12164" target="_self">Office of Overseas Citizens Services (OCS)</a> at 1-202-647-5225</li><li>The <a href="http://travel.state.gov/law/citizenship/citizenship_775.html" target="_self">American Citizens Services Section</a> of the <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a> closest to the person's location. You will find the necessary contact information in the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9651" target="_self">Country Specific Information (CSI) document</a> for that country</li></ul>Use the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9689" target="_self">Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)</a> to register your trips abroad. Doing so makes it easier for the embassy or consulate to reach you in the event of an emergency.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10601" target="_self">Locating an Individual</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9657" target="_self">International Travel: Assistance for Travelers</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11806" target="_self">International Travel: Crisis Preparedness</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9752" target="_self">International Travel: Information for American Citizens</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/p3GyMN  50.93333 Mar 5 2013 09:35:27:000PM Overseas Citizens Services (OCS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9709 Domestic Travel Domestic travel means travel within and between the United States and its territories.Always carry some form of identification when you travel. You may also need a valid travel document, such as a passport, if your travel includes a foreign country.Travel between States Travel documents are generally not required when traveling within the United States. However:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>You may need travel documents when traveling between states by road or rail if your trip crosses international boundaries.</li><li>You will need a photo identification or travel document for travel by air or sea.</li></ul>Travel to/from/between U.S. Territories<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>U.S. Citizens and Nationals: There are no additional requirements for travel to the <a href="http://www.mymarianas.com/" target="_self">Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI)</a>, <a href="http://www.doi.gov/oia/islands/guam.cfm" target="_self">Guam</a>, <a href="http://www.doi.gov/oia/islands/puertorico.cfm" target="_self">Puerto Rico</a>, or the <a href="http://www.doi.gov/oia/islands/virgin-islands.cfm" target="_self">U.S. Virgin Islands</a>. Proof of citizenship and either a return or onward ticket, or proof of employment in the territory are required to visit <a href="http://www.doi.gov/oia/islands/american-samoa.cfm" target="_self">American Samoa</a>.</li><li>Foreign Nationals: You must have a valid passport issued by your country of citizenship, and the appropriate <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10667" target="_self">visa</a>.</li></ul>Travel to/from/between Freely Associated States<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>U.S. Citizens and Nationals: You may need a valid <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12355" target="_self">U.S. passport</a>, <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12337" target="_self">birth certificate</a>, or naturalization papers to enter a Freely Associated State.</li><li>Foreign Nationals: You must have a valid passport issued by your government and an applicable visa. Additional requirements may apply based on your country of origin.</li></ul>Additional Information for Specific Freely Associated States and Territories<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://www.doi.gov/oia/islands/fsm.cfm" target="_self">Federated States of Micronesia (FSM)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.doi.gov/oia/islands/marshallislands.cfm" target="_self">Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI)</a><ul style="padding-top: 0px; font-size: 125%;" type="disc"><li>Contact the <a href="http://www.rmiembassyus.org/" target="_self">Embassy of the RMI</a> at 1-202-234-5414 for information on visiting the Kwajalein Atoll.</li><li>Contact the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11193" target="_self">U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)</a> to visit the U.S. military facility on Kwajalein Island.</li></ul></li><li><a href="http://www.doi.gov/oia/islands/palau.cfm" target="_self">Republic of Palau (ROP)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.doi.gov/oia/islands/wakeatoll.cfm" target="_self">Wake Atoll</a> and <a href="http://www.doi.gov/oia/islands/palmyraatoll.cfm" target="_self">Palmyra Atoll</a></li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11266" target="_self">Domestic Travel: Getting Around</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9710" target="_self">Domestic Travel: Travel Warnings for U.S. Territories</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Travel_Tourism/State_Tourism.shtml" target="_self">Domestic Travel: State and Territorial Tourism</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9768" target="_self">International Travel</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nbOuVq  48.00000 Mar 13 2013 05:30:07:000PM Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9709 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9710 Domestic Travel: Travel Warnings for U.S. Territories Contact the appropriate tourism office for information on travel to United States Territories. The <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12280" target="_self">U.S. Department of State (DOS)</a> issues <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9651" target="_self">travel warnings and public announcements for foreign countries</a> only.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9709" target="_self">Domestic Travel</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9768" target="_self">International Travel</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qVAHT6  76.16666 Feb 4 2013 03:52:04:000PM Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9710 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9711 Marriage in the United States Each state, and sometimes individual counties within a state, has different requirements for marriage. If you wish to marry within the U.S., you should check with the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11713" target=_self>county courthouse</A> for the <A href="http://www.naco.org/Counties/Pages/FindACounty.aspx" target=_self>county</A> that you wish to marry in.Foreign citizens who want to marry in the U.S. should contact the county courthouse for the county where the marriage will occur. They should also inquire about the recognition of a U.S. marriage in their country of origin by contacting their country's <A href="http://www.state.gov/s/cpr/rls/dpl/32122.htm" target=_self>embassy or consulate</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11580" target=_self>State Marriage and Divorce Laws</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11536" target=_self>Same-Sex Marriage Laws</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9695" target=_self>Marriage Abroad for American Citizens</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10604" target=_self>Removing the Conditions on Permanent Residence Based on Marriage</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10625" target=_self>Immigration: Sponsoring a Spouse or Fiancé(e)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/IPX55D  130.90001 Feb 12 2013 05:04:07:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9711 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9711 International Immigration and Naturalization http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9711 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9711 Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9711 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9711 Family, Home and Community Vital Records http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9713 Vital Records: Divorce Decree A divorce decree is an official document from the court that grants the termination of your marriage. It includes specific details of a divorce.U.S. Divorces - How to Get a Copy of a Divorce Decree <ol style="FONT-SIZE: 80%"><li>Find your <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11713" target="_self">county court</a>.</li><li>Locate the office that handles divorces, often called the "clerk of court" or "county clerk's office."</li><li>Fill out the necessary paperwork, or call the office for help. Many states offer online access to some vital records.</li></ol>Please note: A divorce decree is different from a divorce certificate, which you can get from a <a href="http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/w2w.htm" target="_self">state vital records office</a>. A divorce certificate shows that a divorce occurred but does not state all of the same information as a divorce decree. To save time and money, you should determine which document you need before making your request.Overseas Divorces - How to Get a Copy of a Divorce Decree Contact the appropriate country's <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13241" target="_self">embassy or the nearest consulate</a> to find out how to get a copy of a divorce decree.United States law does not require U.S. citizens to register a foreign divorce decree at an embassy. If the foreign country is a signatory to the <a href="http://www.hcch.net/index_en.php?act=conventions.status&cid=41" target="_self">Hague Convention on the Authentication of Documents</a>, you may bring your divorce decree to a <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13241" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a> to have it certified.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9714" target="_self">Divorce of an American Citizen</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9695" target="_self">Marriage Abroad for American Citizens</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9711" target="_self">Marriage in the United States</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11905" target="_self">Vital Records: Documents Issued in the U.S.</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10436" target="_self">Vital Records: Documents Issued Abroad</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9801" target="_self">Authenticating Documents: Requirements</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oCVsbp  8.86667 Jan 11 2013 04:23:40:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9713 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9713 Family, Home and Community Vital Records http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9714 Divorce of an American Citizen Filing for Divorce Abroad Each country has different laws regarding divorce. Please check with the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13241" target=_self>U.S. Embassy or Consulate</A> in the country in which you want to divorce. The U.S. Embassy will be able to provide you with a list of appropriate attorneys.Filing for Divorce in the U.S. If you want to divorce within the U.S., please check with your local or state government for information on the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11580" target=_self>divorce laws</A> as they apply in your state.Recognition of Divorce Decrees in the U.S. Most states generally recognize <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9713" target=_self>divorce decrees</A> from foreign countries when the foreign country ensures certain procedural safeguards. To find out if a foreign divorce decree is considered valid or is recognized, check with the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10411" target=_self>Attorney General,</A> in <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target=_self>your state, territory, or commonwealth</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9695" target=_self>Marriage Abroad for American Citizens</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10625" target=_self>Immigration: Sponsoring a Spouse or Fiancé(e)</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10604" target=_self>Permanent Residents: Removal of Conditions Based on Marriage</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11905" target=_self>Vital Records: Documents Issued in the U.S.</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10436" target=_self>Vital Records: Documents Issued Abroad</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pBmkKd  212.10001 Feb 21 2013 05:27:17:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9714 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9714 Family, Home and Community Vital Records http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9716 Local and State Government Information The USA.gov website includes a directory of government websites at both the <A href="http://www.usa.gov/Agencies/Local.shtml" target=_self>local</A> and <A href="http://www.usa.gov/Agencies/State_and_Territories.shtml" target=_self>state (and territorial)</A> level, as well as related information. The local information also provides information by <A href="http://www.usa.gov/Agencies/Local_Government/Cities.shtml" target=_self>city, county, and town</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11299" target=_self>211 Referral System</A></li><li><A href="http://www.hhs.gov/recovery/statewebsites.html" target=_self>Find Your State's Human Service/Social Service Agency</A></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nvblUR  117.09999 Mar 19 2013 01:54:48:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9716 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9718 Administration on Aging (AOA) <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>The Administration on Aging (AOA) is one of the nation's largest providers of information about home and community based care for older people and their caregivers.For more information, contact the <A href="http://www.aoa.gov/" target=_self>Administration on Aging</A> at 1-202-619-0724 or you can contact <A href="http://www.aoa.gov/AoARoot/About/Organization/regional.aspx" target=_self>your AOA regional office</A>.The AOA also operates the <A href="http://www.eldercare.gov/" target=_self>Eldercare Locator</A>, which is a service to help seniors find the assistance they need locally. To use the service, call 1-800-677-1116.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10183" target=_self>USA.gov for Seniors</A> <LI><A href="http://www.benefitscheckup.org/" target=_self>BenefitsCheckUp</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11774" target=_self>Housing for Seniors</A> <LI><A href="http://www.medicare.gov/LongTermCare/Static/Home.asp" target=_self>Long-Term Care (LTC)</A> <LI><A href="http://www.aoa.gov/AoARoot/AoA_Programs/Elder_Rights/EA_Prevention/whatIsEA.aspx" target=_self>Elder Abuse</A> <LI><A href="http://www.agingstats.gov/agingstatsdotnet/main_site/default.aspx" target=_self>AgingStats.Gov</A> <LI><A href="http://www.aarp.org/" target=_self>American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nLAmqz </body> 73.83332 Mar 11 2013 01:40:09:000PM Health and Nutrition http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9718 Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid Medicare/Medicaid http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9718 Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid Social Security http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9718 Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9719 National Women's Health Information Center The National Women's Health Information Center (NWHIC) offers free women's health information on hundreds of topics through their call center and website.View answers to <a href="http://www.womenshealth.gov/contact/faq.cfm" target="_self">frequently asked questions about women's health</a>.The <a href="http://www.womenshealth.gov/" target="_self">National Women's Health Information Center (NWHIC)</a> Contact the NWHIC by phone or mail at: Phone: 1.800.994.WOMAN (1.800.994.9662) TDD: 1.888.220.5446 National Women's Health Information Center 8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr. Fairfax VA 22031 Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ETWomen's Health Observances<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li>May 13-19, 2012, was <a href="http://www.womenshealth.gov/whw/" target="_self">National Women's Health Week</a>.</li><li>May 14, 2012, was <a href="http://www.womenshealth.gov/whw/check-up-day/" target="_self">National Women's Checkup Day</a>.</li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.cdc.gov/Women/" target="_self">Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - Women's Health</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ByAudience/ForWomen/" target="_self">Food and Drug Administration (FDA) - Protecting the Health of Women</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ByAudience/ForWomen/FreePublications/ucm116718.htm" target="_self">FDA - Women's Health Publications</a></li><li><a href="http://www.hrsa.gov/WomensHealth/" target="_self">Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) - Women's Health</a></li><li><a href="http://sis.nlm.nih.gov/outreach/whrhealthtopics.html" target="_self">National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Women's Health Research</a></li><li><a href="http://www.healthfinder.gov/prevention/category.aspx?catId=11" target="_self">Quick Guide to Healthy Living - For Women</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11380" target="_self">Health Services for Low-Income, Uninsured, or Under-Insured Women</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/p01kzB  19.16667 Jan 8 2013 03:00:05:000PM Current Events http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9719 Health and Nutrition http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9720 Healthcare for Military Personnel and Their Families TRICARE is the United States military's healthcare plan for military personnel and their dependents. Some of the services that <A href="http://www.tricare.mil/" target=_self>TRICARE</A> provide are:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>General Health Care <LI>Dental Care <LI>Vision Care <LI>Chiropractic Care</LI></UL>TRICARE maintains a list of <A href="http://www.tricare.mil/faqs/" target=_self>frequently asked questions</A>. For further information or to register a complaint, <A href="http://www.tricare.mil/contactus/" target=_self>contact TRICARE</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://warriorcare.dodlive.mil/" target=_self>WarriorCare.mil</A> <LI><A href="https://www.nrd.gov/" target=_self>National Resource Directory</A> - For wounded, ill, and injured servicemembers, veterans, and their families. <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10953" target=_self>Veteran Benefits</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/y7PWDT  25.96665 Mar 28 2013 06:35:31:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Benefits and Grants http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9720 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9720 Defense http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9720 Health and Nutrition http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9720 Defense Military http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9721 Report Mail Theft, Tampering, or the Destruction of Mail or Mailboxes Immediately report mail theft, tampering, or destruction of mail or mailboxes to your postmaster. Your postmaster will ask you to complete a Postal form so that you provide them information about what happened. The forms help the Postal Inspection Service determine whether your problem is isolated, or one frequently experienced in your neighborhood.If you need help finding your postmaster, visit your local post office or use the <a href="http://about.usps.com/who-we-are/postmasterfinder/welcome.htm" target=_self>Postmaster Finder</a>. If you feel you have been victimized by mail theft or tampering, contact:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>The <a href="https://www.usps.com/" target="_self">United States Postal Service (USPS)</a> at 1.800.ASK.USPS (275.8777)</li><li>The <a href="https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Postal Inspection Service</a> at 1.877.876.2455</li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12105" target="_self">Find a Post Office, Postmaster, or ZIP Code</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9700" target="_self">Reporting Mail Fraud</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10090" target="_self">Identity Theft</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9690" target="_self">Complaints: The United States Postal Service (USPS)</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qH9QN4  42.33333 Jan 30 2013 09:35:06:000AM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9721 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9721 Reference and General Government Postal Service http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9721 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9721 Consumer Issues Scams and Fraud http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9722 State Medicaid Offices <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>Medicaid is health insurance that helps people who cannot afford medical care pay for some or all of their medical bills.<A href="http://www.medicaid.gov/" target=_self>Medicaid</A> coverage and services vary from state to state:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://jfs.ohio.gov/ohp/index.stm" target=_self>Medicaid Program in Ohio</A><LI><A href="http://www.scdhhs.gov/site-page/medicaid" target=_self>Medicaid Program in South Carolina</A><LI><A href="http://www.benefits.gov/benefits/browse-by-category/category/MED" target=_self>Other State Medicaid Programs</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10308" target=_self>Healthcare Tips</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11835" target=_self>Medicare</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11050" target=_self>Long-Term Care (LTC)</A> <LI><A href="http://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/" target=_self>Office of Minority Health (OMH)</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qePIGP </body> 28.36667 Mar 15 2013 07:20:54:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9722 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Benefits and Grants http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9722 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9722 Health and Nutrition http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9722 Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid Medicare/Medicaid http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9722 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9722 Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9723 State and Local Corrections Departments If you have a question about state correctional facilities, including one related to directions, procedures, or complaints, please contact the appropriate state corrections department. Below are links to information on each state's corrections department. Many state correctional departments also list contact information for local (city and county) correctional facilities on their websites. For additional information on local correctional facilities, please contact the appropriate <A href="http://www.usa.gov/Agencies/Local.shtml" target=_self>local government entity</A>.<table border="0" cellspacing="0" width="95%" align="center"><tbody><tr><td id="master_1" width="33%" valign="top" align="center"><table style="font-size:80%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%" align="left"><tbody><tr><th id="state"></th></tr><tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11613" target="_self">Alabama</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11616" target="_self">Alaska</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11621" target="_self">Arizona</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11624" target="_self">Arkansas</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11626" target="_self">California</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11629" target="_self">Colorado</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11636" target="_self">Connecticut</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11639" target="_self">Delaware</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11644" target="_self">District of Columbia</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11647" target="_self">Florida</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11650" target="_self">Georgia</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11649" target="_self">Hawaii</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11655" target="_self">Idaho</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11667" target="_self">Illinois</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11669" target="_self">Indiana</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11673" target="_self">Iowa</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11674" target="_self">Kansas</a></td></tr> </tbody></table></td><td id="master_2" width="33%" valign="top" align="center"><table style="font-size:80%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%" align="left"><tbody><tr><th id="state"></th></tr><tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11678" target="_self">Kentucky</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11680" target="_self">Louisiana</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11685" target="_self">Maine</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11688" target="_self">Maryland</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11693" target="_self">Massachusetts</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11695" target="_self">Michigan</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11700" target="_self">Minnesota</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11702" target="_self">Mississippi</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11704" target="_self">Missouri</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11705" target="_self">Montana</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11710" target="_self">Nebraska</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11707" target="_self">Nevada</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11716" target="_self">New Hampshire</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11719" target="_self">New Jersey</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11724" target="_self">New Mexico</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11729" target="_self">New York</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11728" target="_self">North Carolina</a></td></tr> </tbody></table></td><td id="master_3" width="33%" valign="top" align="center"><table style="font-size:80%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%" align="left"><tbody><tr><th id="state"></th></tr><tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11723" target="_self">North Dakota</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11718" target="_self">Ohio</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11708" target="_self">Oklahoma</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11703" target="_self">Oregon</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11699" target="_self">Pennsylvania</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11690" target="_self">Rhode Island</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11687" target="_self">South Carolina</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11682" target="_self">South Dakota</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11679" target="_self">Tennessee</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11676" target="_self">Texas</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11672" target="_self">Utah</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11668" target="_self">Vermont</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11665" target="_self">Virginia</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11663" target="_self">Washington</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11662" target="_self">West Virginia</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11659" target="_self">Wisconsin</a></td></tr> <tr><td headers="state"><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11654" target="_self">Wyoming</a></td></tr> </tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table>State and Local Probation Offices Contact your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11713" target=_self>state, county, or municipal court</A> for information about probation offices.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10572" target=_self>Locating an Inmate Held in a State or Local Correctional Facility</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11694" target=_self>Complaints: Local, County, State, and Federal Correctional Facilities</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10441" target=_self>Prison Records</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11638" target=_self>The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11593" target=_self>Locating a Federal Inmate</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11597" target=_self>Visiting a Federal Inmate</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/HK9OYx </body> 602.40000 Jan 28 2013 09:05:17:000PM Public Safety and Law Correctional Facilities http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9723 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9724 U.S. Attorney General The U.S. Attorney General (AG) is the head of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), the government's principal agency that enforces the law and defends the interests of the nation in accordance to U.S. laws. The AG is the chief law enforcement officer of the federal government, a member of the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11377" target=_self>Presidential Cabinet</A>, and seventh in line to <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11602" target=_self>succeed the President</A>.Contact the Attorney General Contact the Attorney General <A href="http://www.justice.gov/ag/" target=_self>Eric H. Holder Jr</A> by e-mail at <A href="mailto:askdoj@usdoj.gov">askdoj@usdoj.gov</A> or by phone or mail at:Phone: 1-202-514-2001 U.S. Department of Justice Attention: Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr. 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington DC 20530Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10411" target=_self>State Attorney General</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10249" target=_self>U.S. Attorneys</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10212" target=_self>Finding Federal Laws</A> <LI><A href="http://www.justice.gov/" target=_self>Department of Justice (DOJ)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/K4EzTH  12.60000 Mar 13 2013 01:06:19:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9724 Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9724 Reference and General Government Officials http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9724 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9724 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9725 * Get Legal Advice Legal advice is available for many types of legal issues. Please visit the following for further information:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11572" target=_self>Finding a Lawyer and Affordable Legal Aid</A></li> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11578" target=_self>Alternative Legal Assistance</A></li> <LI><A href="http://statesidelegal.org/" target=_self>Stateside Legal: Legal help for military members, veterans, and their families</A></li> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12234" target=_self>Complaints: Attorneys</A></li> <LI><A href="http://www.lsc.gov/" target=_self>Legal Services Corporation (LSC)</A></LI></UL>Each legal case is different and not all lawyers/attorneys may be able to help you with your specific legal problem. You may need to contact a lawyer/attorney that specializes in a certain field of law, such as business, civil, criminal, or juvenile law.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11970" target=_self>Small Claims Court</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11713" target=_self>State and County Courts</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/zDr0jP  143.43334 Feb 8 2013 06:48:28:000PM Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9725 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9726 Complaints: National Banks The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) handles complaints about national banks.The OCC recommends you attempt to resolve your complaint with your financial institution first. If the issue is not resolved, then the OCC recommends using one of the following methods:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li>Complete the <a href="https://appsec.helpwithmybank.gov/olcc_form/" target="_self">online customer complaint form</a> (recommended).</li><li>Write or fax a letter to the OCC.</li><li><a href="http://www.helpwithmybank.gov/complaints/complaint.pdf">Print the OCC form</a> (PDF | requires <a href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target=_self>Adobe Acrobat Reader</a>) and mail or fax to OCC.</li></ul>OCC Fax and Mailing Address:Fax: 1.713.336.4301 Comptroller of the Currency Customer Assistance Group 1301 McKinney Street, Suite 3450 Houston TX 77010For questions or additional help, please call the OCC Customer Assistance Group, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, at: 1.800.613.6743 (TDD: 1.713.658.0340).The <a href="http://www.helpwithmybank.gov/complaints/what_to_expect.html" target="_self">response you receive</a> from the OCC depends on how you registered your complaint with them. In addition, you can <a href="https://appsec.helpwithmybank.gov/olcc_form/checkstatus.aspx" target="_self">check your case status online</a> and <a href="http://www.helpwithmybank.gov/complaints/file_an_appeal.html">appeal</a> an unfavorable decision.Please view <a href="http://www.helpwithmybank.gov/">HelpWithMyBank.gov</a> for additional information about banking, including <a href="http://www.helpwithmybank.gov/complaints/" target="_self">complaints about national banks</a>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12129" target="_self">Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.federalreserveconsumerhelp.gov/" target="_self">Federal Reserve Consumer Help</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9794" target="_self">Complaints: Financial Institutions</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11784" target="_self">Complaints: Discrimination in Lending Transactions</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/n5IN3P  0.23333 Jan 8 2013 03:10:48:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9726 Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9726 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9726 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Money http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9727 Complaints: State Banks <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19394"></head><body>A state bank is a financial institution that operates under the laws of a state and that the state charters, rather than the federal government.To file a complaint about a state-chartered bank, contact your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12258" target=_self>state banking authority</A>.State banks are also regulated at the federal level by the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12268" target=_self>Federal Reserve System (FRS)</A> and the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12130" target=_self>Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)</A>. To determine if the FRS or the FDIC regulates the institution:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Visit the National Information Center website and perform an <A href="http://www.ffiec.gov/nicpubweb/nicweb/SearchForm.aspx" target=_self>institution search</A>.<LI>You may also call the FRS at 1.888.851.1920 (TTY: 1.877.766.8533) or the FDIC at 1.877.ASK.FDIC (1.877.275.3342) or TDD: 1.800.925.4618.</LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://federalreserveconsumerhelp.gov/" target=_self>Federal Reserve Consumer Help</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9794" target=_self>Complaints: Financial Institutions</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9678" target=_self>Complaints: Investment Issues</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11784" target=_self>Complaints: Discrimination in Lending Transactions</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qLRoqT </body> 26.70002 Jan 31 2013 10:51:44:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9727 Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9727 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9727 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Money http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9728 Complaints: Federal Savings and Loan or Federal Savings Banks <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19394"></head><body>Visit the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) website, <A href="http://www.helpwithmybank.gov/" target=_self>HelpWithMyBank.gov</A>, for help with issues related to national banks and federal savings associations. If you are unable to resolve your complaint with the institution, <A href="http://www.helpwithmybank.gov/complaints/index-file-a-bank-complaint.html" target=_self>file a complaint</A> with the OCC.If you need additional assistance with the complaint procedures, call the OCC Customer Assistance Group at 1.800.613.6743 or 1.713.658.0340 (TDD). You may also wish to view information about <A href="http://www.helpwithmybank.gov/complaints/what-to-expect/complaints-what-to-expect.html" target=_self>what to expect after filing a complaint with the OCC</A>.Please note: On July 21, 2011, the Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS) became part of the OCC. Complaints opened with the OTS prior to July 21, 2011, will continue to be processed following OTS procedures. For more information, please visit the <A href="http://www.helpwithmybank.gov/get-answers/answers-about-the-ots-occ-merger.html" target=_self>answers about the OTS/OCC merger</A> section of HelpWithMyBank.gov.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12129" target=_self>Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9794" target=_self>Complaints: Financial Institutions</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9768" target=_self>Complaints: Investment Issues</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/n2sGg4 </body> 33.63331 Jan 31 2013 10:50:29:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9728 Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9728 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9728 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Money http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9729 Complaints: Credit Unions <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>Federally Chartered Credit Unions The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) regulates federally chartered credit unions. If you have a complaint about a credit union, contact your <A href="http://www.ncua.gov/about/Leadership/Reg/Pages/Default.aspx" target=_self>NCUA regional office</A> or call the consumer assistance line at 1-800-755-1030.View the NCUA's <A href="http://www.mycreditunion.gov/" target=_self>MyCreditUnion.gov</A> website for more information about how to <A href="http://www.mycreditunion.gov/help-with-my-credit-union/" target=_self>get help with your credit union</A>.Call the NCUA fraud hotline at 1-800-827-9650 to report suspicious or illegal activity committed by credit union employees, members, or officials in federally insured credit unions.Non-Federally Chartered Credit Unions Contact your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12258" target=_self>state banking authority</A> to file a complaint.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12274" target=_self>Credit Unions</A><LI><A href="http://www.ncua.gov/" target=_self>National Credit Union Administration (NCUA)</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9794" target=_self>Complaints: Financial Institutions</A><LI><A href="http://federalreserveconsumerhelp.gov/" target=_self>Federal Reserve Consumer Help</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nb0qYY </body> 47.13333 Feb 19 2013 10:12:23:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9729 Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9729 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9729 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Money http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9731 Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) enforces federal securities laws and regulates the securities industry. Filing with the SEC All foreign and domestic companies that are required by law to file with the SEC need to file registration statements, periodic reports, and other forms electronically through the SEC's <A href="http://www.sec.gov/edgar.shtml" target=_self>Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval system (EDGAR)</A>. Further <A href="http://www.sec.gov/edgar/aboutedgar.htm" target=_self>information on EDGAR and document requirements</A> is available.Contact the SEC You may contact the <A href="http://www.sec.gov/" target=_self>U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</A> by <A href="https://tts.sec.gov/oiea/QuestionsAndComments.html" target=_self>e-mail</A> or by phone or mail at:Phone: 1.888.SEC.6585 (732.6585) or 1.202.942.8088 Fax: 1.202.772.9295 Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street NE Washington DC 20549You may reach the SEC's Investor Information Service at 1.800.SEC.0330 (732.0330) or 1.202.551.6551. This service provides education and advocacy for consumers, including information on how to file a complaint.<A href="http://www.sec.gov/contact/addresses.htm" target=_self>Contacts for regional offices</A> and <A href="http://www.sec.gov/contact.shtml" target=_self>additional contact information</A> are available on the SEC website.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.sec.gov/answers.shtml" target=_self>Frequently Asked Questions about the SEC</A></LI><LI><A href="http://www.sec.gov/complaint/select.shtml" target=_self>File a Complaint or Provide Tips about Potential Securities Law Violations</A></LI><LI><A href="http://www.sec.gov/investor/pubs/companies.htm" target=_self>Get Information about Companies</A></LI><LI><A href="http://www.sec.gov/answers/publicdocs.htm" target=_self>Public Records and Information</A> - How to Access Information or Help</LI><LI><A href="http://www.sec.gov/investor/pubs/roadmap.htm" target=_self>Get the Facts: The SEC's Roadmap to Saving and Investing</A></LI><li><A href="http://www.sec.gov/about/laws.shtml" target=_self>Laws That Govern the Securities Industry</A></li><LI><A href="http://www.usa.gov/directory/stateconsumer/" target=_self>Search for State Securities Administrators</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10287" target=_self>Investing</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9678" target=_self>Complaints: Investment Issues</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11296" target=_self>Banking and Investment Fraud</A></LI><LI><A href="http://investor.gov/" target=_self>Investor.gov</A></LI><LI><A href="http://www.stopfraud.gov/" target=_self>StopFraud.gov</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qVNNCB  60.13333 Feb 12 2013 08:49:45:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9731 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9731 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9731 Consumer Issues General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9731 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Money http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9731 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9732 * Consumer Product Regulatory Agencies <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>Below you will find a list of some regulatory agencies and the products they regulate.If you do not see the product you are researching on this list, contact the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) for information on the appropriate regulatory agency.<A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12288" target=_self>Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)</A><UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Appliances<LI>Furniture<LI>Toys<LI>Garden vehicles/equipment<LI>Household goods<LI>Recreational/sporting equipment </LI></UL><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9733" target=_self>National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)</A><UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Child safety seats<LI>Automotive equipment<LI>Cars (except vehicle emission issues) <LI>Trucks (including vehicle emission issues)</LI></UL><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9777" target=_self>Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)</A><UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Pesticide products<LI>Vehicle emission control equipment </LI></UL><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12277" target=_self>Food and Drug Administration (FDA)</A><UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Pet food and farm animal feed<LI>Cosmetics<LI>Drugs (prescription and non-prescription)<LI>Food (except meat and poultry)<LI>Medical devices<LI>Microwaves<LI>Radiation-emitting equipment/appliances<LI>Veterinary products </LI></UL><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10631" target=_self>United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)</A><UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Meat<LI>Poultry<LI>Eggs </LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.usa.gov/topics/consumer/complaint.shtml" target=_self>Filing Consumer Complaints</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11120" target=_self>Food Recalls</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11371" target=_self>Product Recalls</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/peGEAA </body> 14.80000 Mar 20 2013 09:07:26:000PM Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9732 Consumer Issues General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9733 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) sets and enforces safety performance standards for motor vehicles and motor vehicle equipment, and gives grants to state and local governments to enable them to conduct effective local highway safety programs. Contact the NHTSA Contact the <A href="http://www.nhtsa.gov/" target=_self>National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)</A> by <A href="http://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-dpmextn/jsp/email/email_nhtsa.jsp" target=_self>e-mail</A> or by phone or mail at: Phone: 1-888-327-4236 TTY: 1-800-424-9153 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 1200 New Jersey Ave SE West Building Washington DC 20590Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.nhtsa.gov/NCSA/" target=_self>NHTSA's National Center for Statistics and Analysis</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10246" target=_self>Automobile Safety Information</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11417" target=_self>Motorcycle Safety</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11135" target=_self>Child Safety Seats</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qOv8eF </body> 6.66666 Mar 18 2013 09:04:01:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9733 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9733 Consumer Issues General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9733 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9734 Document Authentication: For Hague Countries Authenticating a document for use in a country that is signatory to the Hague Convention on the Authentication of Documents involves three steps:<OL style="FONT-SIZE: 85%"><LI>You must have the document (and its English translation, if appropriate) notarized. You should have the document notarized in its county of issue. To locate a Notary Public, check local phone book listings.</LI><LI>In some states, the Clerk of Court must certify the notary's seal. To find out whether this requirement applies, check with the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10882" target=_self>Document Authentication Agency</A> in the state where the document was notarized.</LI><LI>Once the document has been notarized and the seal certified (if applicable), it must be submitted to the Authentication Agency in the state where the document was issued, with a request for an Apostille. Because the procedure for obtaining an Apostille varies by state, it is important to obtain state-specific information from the Authentication Agency.</LI></OL>You may use the document abroad once you attach the Apostille.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.hcch.net/index_en.php?act=conventions.status&cid=41" target=_self>Hague Convention on the Authentication of Documents</A></LI><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9801" target=_self>Authenticating Documents: Requirements</A></li><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10114" target=_self>Document Authentication: For Non-Hague Countries</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9663" target=_self>Document Authentication: Federal Document</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11427" target=_self>Document Authentication: Rejection by the DOS Office of Authentications</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10237" target=_self>Document Authentication: Status Request</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10436" target=_self>Vital Records: Documents Issued Abroad</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10067" target=_self>DOS: Office of Authentications</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rtx6VW  86.76668 Jan 21 2013 05:59:36:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9734 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9734 Family, Home and Community Vital Records http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9738 Office of Special Counsel for Immigration-Related Unfair Employment Practices <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>The Office of Special Counsel (OSC) for Immigration-Related Unfair Employment Practices is responsible for enforcing anti-discrimination laws. Contact the OSC Contact the <A href="http://www.justice.gov/crt/osc/" target=_self>Office of Special Counsel (OSC) for Immigration-Related Unfair Employment Practices</A> by e-mail at <A href="mailto:osccrt@usdoj.gov">osccrt@usdoj.gov</A>, or by phone or mail at: Phone: 1-202-616-5594 Fax: 1-202-616-5509 Department of Justice Civil Rights Division Office of Special Counsel for Immigration-Related Unfair Employment Practices 950 Pennsylvania Ave, NW OSC, NYA 9000 Washington DC 20530 Allow up to 30 days for a reply by e-mail or, if you need immediate assistance, call the Worker Hotline at 1-800-255-7688 (TDD: 1-800-237-2515), or the Employer Hotline at 1-800-255-8155 (TDD: 1-800-362-2735).Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13230" target=_self>Employment Discrimination</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11442" target=_self>Job/Workplace Issues and Complaints</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nPIPNK </body> 31.26668 Feb 22 2013 06:47:53:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9738 Jobs and Education http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9738 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9738 Jobs and Education Workplace Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9740 Vaccinations and Immunizations <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>Vaccine Injury Reporting If you or your child experienced a serious reaction (adverse event) to a vaccine, you may wish to <A href="http://vaers.hhs.gov/esub/index" target=_self>report the adverse event</A> to the <A href="http://vaers.hhs.gov/" target=_self>Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS)</A>. You may also wish to view answers to <A href="http://vaers.hhs.gov/about/faqs" target=_self>frequently asked questions about reporting filing vaccine-related adverse events</A>.The <A href="http://www.hrsa.gov/vaccinecompensation/" target=_self>National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP)</A> monitors supplies of vaccines and vaccine costs. VICP also assists individuals with obtaining compensation if a vaccination injured them. For more information (including <A href="http://www.hrsa.gov/vaccinecompensation/vaccinetable.html" target=_self>covered vaccines</A>, <A href="http://www.hrsa.gov/vaccinecompensation/eligibility.html" target=_self>who is eligible to file a claim</A>, <A href="http://www.hrsa.gov/vaccinecompensation/fileclaim.html" target=_self>how to file a claim</A>, <A href="http://www.hrsa.gov/vaccinecompensation/deadlines.html" target=_self>filing deadlines</A>, and answers to <A href="http://www.hrsa.gov/vaccinecompensation/faq.html" target=_self>frequently asked questions</A>), please call the VICP hotline at 1.800-338-2382.General Vaccine Information Information on vaccines and immunizations is available from the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12157" target=_self>Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)</A>, including a list of <A href="http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/recs/schedules/" target=_self>immunization schedules</A>. For information by telephone, please call the CDC information line at 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636).In the United States, local health facilities or doctor's offices issue <A href="http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/" target=_self>vaccinations (also known as immunizations)</A>. To find out which vaccinations your area offers, contact the appropriate <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10548" target=_self>state health department</A>. If you are looking for vaccination information for a child, check with the child's doctor, the local health department, or the child's school district for assistance.<A href="http://www.vaccines.gov/" target=_self>Vaccines.gov</A> is the federal government gateway to information on vaccines and immunization for infants, children, teenagers, adults, and seniors. Vaccines.gov provides resources from federal agencies for the general public and their communities. You may wish to view information about <A href="http://www.vaccines.gov/diseases/" target=_self>vaccine-preventable diseases</A>, <A href="http://www.vaccines.gov/who_and_when/" target=_self>what vaccines you need and when to get them</A>, <A href="http://www.vaccines.gov/getting/" target=_self>general information about getting vaccinated</A>, <A href="http://www.vaccines.gov/travel/" target=_self>vaccinations you should get before you travel</A>, and more.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/pubs/parents-guide/" target=_self>A Parent's Guide to Kids' Vaccines</A><LI><A href="http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/who/teens/" target=_self>Pre-teen and Adolescent Vaccinations</A><LI><A href="http://publications.usa.gov/USAPubs.php?PubID=658" target=_self>Recommended Immunizations for Adults</A><LI><A href="http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd-vac/adult-vpd.htm" target=_self>Vaccine-Preventable Adult Diseases</A><LI><A href="http://www.anthrax.osd.mil/" target=_self>Anthrax Vaccine Immunization Program (AVIP)</A> - for members of the military</LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nagUMs </body> 21.86665 Mar 22 2013 09:12:55:000PM Health and Nutrition http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9741 Government Sales and Auctions: Surplus, Seized, or Forfeited Property The government often sells or auctions its surplus, seized, or forfeited property. You may browse information about auctions held by federal agencies by subject or by agency.<A href="http://www.usa.gov/shopping/shopping.shtml" target=_self>Browse Government Sales and Auctions</A>The General Services Administration (GSA) developed their GSA Auctions website to be completely web-enabled, allowing all registered participants to bid on a single item or multiple items (lots) within a specified timeframe. It is your official link to government surplus, seized, and forfeited property. The system's online capabilities allow GSA to offer assets located across the country to any interested buyer, regardless of location.<A href="http://gsaauctions.gov/" target=_self>Browse GSA Auctions</A>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11220" target=_self>Government Sales and Auctions: Real Estate and Land</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10856" target=_self>State and Local Government Auctions</A></LI><LI><A href="http://www.usmarshals.gov/assets/" target=_self>U.S. Marshals Service National Asset Forfeiture Program</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9791" target=_self>Buying Federal Land</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11087" target=_self>Purchasing a FEMA Travel Trailer or Mobile Home</A></LI><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11360" target=_self>General Services Administration (GSA)</A></li></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pbhM7X  10.66667 Feb 7 2013 02:24:18:000PM Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9741 Consumer Issues General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9741 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9741 Reference and General Government Sales and Auctions http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9742 * Ordering a Flag That Was Flown over the United States Capitol You can order a flag from the Capitol Flag Program by contacting one of your Senators or Representatives. Many members of Congress have directions and order forms available on their websites.<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><li><A href="http://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm" target=_self>Contact your Senator</A></li><li><A href="http://www.house.gov/representatives/" target=_self>Contact your Representative</A></li></ul>Depending on the size of the flag, the price range varies.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><li><A href="http://www.capitolflags.gov/" target=_self>Capitol Flag Program</A></li><LI><A href="http://publications.usa.gov/epublications/ourflag/titlepage.htm" target=_self>The U.S. Flag</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12023" target=_self>Congress</A></LI><LI><A href="http://www.aoc.gov/" target=_self>Architect of the Capitol</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/r5plOZ  5.60000 Feb 21 2013 04:59:02:000PM History, Arts and Culture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9742 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9742 Reference and General Government Sales and Auctions http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9743 Importing Cuban Cigars There is a <A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/36/kw/cuban%20cigar" target=_self>ban on the importation of Cuban-origin cigars and other Cuban-origin tobacco products</A> into the United States. It is illegal to import them into the United States even if the products come from a third country, over the Internet, or through a catalog. For more information or to report suspected violations of this ban, contact the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12122" target=_self>Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)</A> Enforcement Division at 1.202.622.2430, or faxing them at 1.202.622.1657.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1097.html" target=_self>Cuba: Country Specific Information</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9827" target=_self>Travel to Cuba</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/zXazUr  38.06666 Mar 14 2013 08:28:43:000PM Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9743 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9744 Travel: Entering the United States You must show valid travel documents upon arrival in the United States as part of the <a href="http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/id_visa/legally_admitted_to_the_u_s.xml" target="_self">admission procedure</a>. The document(s) depend on the country you are arriving from, as well as your citizenship or status.Arrival from Neighboring Countries<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>American citizens entering the United States from countries participating in the <a href="http://www.dhs.gov/files/programs/gc_1200693579776.shtm" target="_self">Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI)</a>:<ul style="padding-top: 0px; font-size: 125%;" type="disc"><li>Must show a <a href="http://www.getyouhome.gov/html/lang_eng/" target="_self">WHTI compliant document</a> upon arrival in the United States</li><li>May show <a href="http://www.getyouhome.gov/html/lang_eng/eng_sa.html" target="_self">alternate documents</a> in very specific situations</li></ul>Contact the carrier to find out if they require a specific document, or if you have any questions.</li><li>Permanent residents and foreign nationals living in the U.S. may need to show <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10767" target="_self">alternate or additional travel documents</a>.</li><li>Foreign nationals must show their passport and, if applicable, their <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10667" target="_self">U.S. visa</a>.</li></ul>Arrival from Other Countries<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>All travelers entering the United States from all other countries must show their passport upon arrival regardless of their country of citizenship</li><li>If applicable, foreign nationals must also present their U.S. visa</li></ul>Contact <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12327" target="_self">Customs and Border Protection (CBP)</a> for additional information on U.S. entry requirements:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>United States: Call 1-877-CBP-5511 (1-877-227-5511); TTY callers dial 1-866-880-6582</li><li>Abroad: Call 1-703-526-4200</li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://www.dhs.gov/files/crossingborders/travelers.shtm" target="_self">Crossing U.S. Borders</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11407" target="_self">Travel: Documents for Foreign Nationals Visiting the U.S.</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9844" target="_self">Travel: Admission to the U.S. While Pregnant</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9822" target="_self">Travel: Denied Admission to the U.S.</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10651" target="_self">Travel: Duration of Stay in the U.S.</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12045" target="_self">Travel: Visa Waiver Program (VWP)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12331" target="_self">International Travel: Foreign Entry Requirements</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pZcz5D  128.26667 Feb 28 2013 07:25:46:000PM 1_Featured Content USA.gov INTERNAL http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9744 International Immigration and Naturalization http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9744 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9744 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9744 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9744 International Visas http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9745 U.S. Tax Court The <A href="http://www.ustaxcourt.gov/" target=_self>U.S. Tax Court</A> is:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>A federal court that is not part of the <A href="http://www.irs.gov/" target=_self>Internal Revenue Service (IRS)</A>.<LI>Where you can dispute the taxes you may owe the IRS without first paying the disputed tax amount.</LI></UL>You can contact the U.S. Tax Court by e-mail at <A href="mailto:info@ustaxcourt.gov">info@ustaxcourt.gov</A>, or by phone or mail at:Phone: 1-202-521-0700 United States Tax Court Attn: Office of the Clerk of the Court 400 Second Street NW Washington DC 20217Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.ustaxcourt.gov/faq.htm" target=_self>U.S. Tax Court's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)</A><LI><A href="http://www.ustaxcourt.gov/taxpayer_info_intro.htm" target=_self>Taxpayer Information: Introduction</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11967" target=_self>IRS: Tax Responsibility</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/xpP3re  14.70000 Mar 13 2013 01:18:50:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9745 Public Safety and Law Courts http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9745 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9745 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9746 Fish and Wildlife Service: Federal Register Documents <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>The Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) provides information on the <A href="http://www.fws.gov/policy/frsystem/default.cfm" target=_self>FWS documents submitted to the Federal Register</A>.The Federal Register is a daily publication of proposed rules and notices of government agencies (such as FWS permit applications) that provides the public an opportunity to comment. The Federal Register also publishes notices of scheduled public hearings, as well as the final version of regulations.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10539" target=_self>Federal Register</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10430" target=_self>Federal Regulations</A> <LI><A href="http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/browse/collectionCfr.action?collectionCode=CFR" target=_self>Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9749" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9683" target=_self>FWS Publications</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9807" target=_self>FWS Permits</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qcZZjS </body> 17.73332 Mar 5 2013 03:14:43:000PM Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9746 Reference and General Government Government Publications http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9746 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9747 Complaints: Internal Revenue Service (IRS) <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>The Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) is an independent organization within the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).The <A href="http://www.irs.gov/uac/Taxpayer-Advocate-Service-6" target=_self>Taxpayer Advocate Service</A> provides information on how you can file a complaint about an <A href="http://www.irs.gov/" target=_self>Internal Revenue Service</A> employee, procedure, or determination.If you need assistance, contact TAS</A> by:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Calling the TAS toll-free case intake line at 1-877-777-4778 (TTY: 1-800-829-4059).<LI>Contacting your <A href="http://www.irs.gov/uac/Contact-a-Local-Taxpayer-Advocate" target=_self>local Taxpayer Advocate</A>.<LI>Filing <A href="http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f911.pdf" target=_self>Form 911 - Application for Taxpayer Assistance Order</A> (PDF | requires <A href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target=_self>Adobe Acrobat Reader</A>), with TAS.<LI>Asking an IRS employee to complete Form 911 on your behalf.</LI></UL>You can view information on <A href="http://www.treasury.gov/tigta/contact_report.shtml" target=_self>reporting fraud, waste, or abuse within the IRS</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.irs.gov/uac/Know-Your-Rights:-Visit-the-Tax-Toolkit" target=_self>Know Your Rights: Visit the Tax Toolkit</A> <LI><A href="http://www.irs.gov/Individuals/Appeals...-Resolving-Tax-Disputes" target=_self>Appealing an IRS Decision</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oO3h0q </body> 230.79999 Mar 21 2013 03:36:53:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9747 Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9747 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9747 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9748 Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19394"></head><body>Federally-Listed Species Find federally-listed endangered/threatened species:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/endangered/species/" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS): Species Search</A> <LI><A href="http://ecos.fws.gov/" target=_self>Environmental Conservation Online System (ECOS)</A></LI></UL>State-Listed Species Check with your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state wildlife agency</A> for information on the state-listed threatened and endangered species.Please note:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Species can have a threatened or endangered status within a state without being federally-listed<LI>Regulations and penalties apply differently to state- and federally-listed species</LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9912" target=_self>FWS Endangered Species Program</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/endangered/laws-policies/" target=_self>Endangered Species Act (ESA)</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/endangered/improving_ESA/listing_workplan.html" target=_self>Improving ESA Implementation</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/endangered/what-we-do/cnor.html" target=_self>Annual List of Candidates for ESA Protection</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/endangered/what-we-do/international-activities.html" target=_self>Annual List of Foreign Candidates for ESA Protection</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/endangered/ESDay/" target=_self>Endangered Species Day</A> - May 17, 2013 <LI><A href="http://criticalhabitat.fws.gov/" target=_self>Critical Habitat Portal for Listed Species</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9679" target=_self>Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oJXbmk </body> 55.46667 Feb 25 2013 07:25:58:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9748 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9748 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9748 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9749 * Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>The Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is a bureau within the Department of the Interior (DOI) that:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Manages the National Wildlife Refuge System (NWRS) <LI>Operates national fish hatcheries and ecological services offices <LI>Enforces federal wildlife laws <LI>Protects endangered species <LI>Manages migratory birds <LI>Conserves and restores wildlife habitat <LI>Helps foreign governments with their international conservation efforts</LI></UL>Contact the FWS Contact the <A href="http://www.fws.gov/" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service</A> by <A href="http://www.fws.gov/duspit/contactus.htm" target=_self>e-mail</A>, or by phone or mail at:Phone: 1-800-344-WILD (1-800-344-9453) U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 1849 C Street NW Washington DC 20240 Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. through 8 p.m. ET, Monday through FridayInformation on <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12253" target=_self>locating an FWS office</A> is also available.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/info/function.html" target=_self>FWS National Programs and Functions</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/faq/" target=_self>Frequently Asked FWS Questions (FAQs)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9750" target=_self>Get a Job with the FWS</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9789" target=_self>FWS Grants</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9807" target=_self>FWS Permits</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9921" target=_self>Major FWS Events</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9684" target=_self>National Wildlife Refuge System (NWRS)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10607" target=_self>Department of the Interior (DOI)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>State Fish and Wildlife Agencies</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qo5sZJ </body> 113.36668 Mar 20 2013 02:57:22:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9749 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9749 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9749 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9749 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9750 Get a Job with the Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19328"></head><body>For information on getting a job with the Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), visit the <A href="http://www.fws.gov/jobs/" target=_self>Division of Human Capital website</A>. If you are interested in summer employment, check with a <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9934" target=_self>Regional Office</A> or <A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/refugeLocatorMaps/" target=_self>national wildlife refuge</A> near you.All applicants must register with <A href="http://www.usajobs.gov/" target=_self>USAJOBS</A> to apply for employment opportunities with the FWS.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/about/careers.html" target=_self>National Wildlife Refuge System (NWRS) Careers</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9666" target=_self>FWS Student Employment Programs</A> <LI><A href="https://youthgo.gov/jobs" target=_self>Conservation Job Opportunities for Youths</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9667" target=_self>FWS Volunteer Opportunities</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9749" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/r60kqn </body> 40.70001 Mar 11 2013 03:25:00:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9750 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9750 Jobs and Education Jobs http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9750 Jobs and Education http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9750 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9752 * International Travel: Information for American Citizens The U.S. Department of State (DOS) does not have the legal authority to prevent American citizens from traveling abroad. DOS compiled <a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/tips_1232.html" target="_self">tips for travelers</a> that include:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Ensuring you have a valid <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12355" target="_self">passport</a> ahead of your trip</li><li>Enrolling in the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9689" target="_self">Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)</a></li><li>Reviewing the applicable <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9651" target="_self">Country Specific Information (CSI) documents</a>, or contacting the applicable <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13241" target="_self">embassy or consulate</a>, before your trip to determine their <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12331" target="_self">entry requirements</a> as well as any other <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10767" target="_self">travel documents</a> you may need</li><li>Reviewing any applicable <a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/pa/pa_1766.html" target="_self">Travel Alerts</a> and <a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_1764.html" target="_self">Travel Warnings</a></li></ul>The U.S. government can <a href="http://www.treasury.gov/resource-center/sanctions/programs/pages/programs.aspx" target="_self">impose sanctions on other countries</a>, which may restrict the types of activities that Americans may engage in while there.U.S. citizens must obtain permission from the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12122" target="_self">Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)</a> in the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11186" target="_self">U.S. Department of the Treasury</a> to <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9827" target="_self">travel to Cuba</a>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/kbyg/travelers_checklist.xml" target="_self">Traveler's Checklist</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Americans-Abroad.shtml" target="_self">Information for Americans Living and Traveling Abroad</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9768" target="_self">International Travel</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11233" target="_self">International Issues of Interest to U.S. Citizens</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rteBFi  69.06666 Feb 28 2013 08:11:55:000PM Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9752 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9753 Establishing Citizenship without a Birth Certificate If you were born in the U.S. and there is no birth certificate on file, you will need several different documents to prove your citizenship, such as:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>A letter from the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12271" target=_self>vital records office</A> in your birth state with your name and what years they searched for your birth certificate.</LI><LI>A Letter of No Record from the vital records office. You will also need <A href="http://www.travel.state.gov/passport/get/secondary_evidence/secondary_evidence_4315.html" target=_self>early public records</A> to prove your birth in the U.S.</LI></UL>If you were <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9694" target=_self>born outside the United States</A> and your U.S. parent(s) did not register your birth at the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13241" target=_self>U.S. Embassy or Consulate</A>, you may apply for a U.S. passport, but you will need:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Your foreign birth record showing your parents' names</LI><LI>Evidence of your parent(s) U.S. citizenship</LI><LI>Your parents' marriage certificate</LI></UL>If you were born outside the U.S. and your U.S. parent(s) registered your birth with a U.S. Embassy, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) will be able to help you get a copy of a <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11973" target=_self>Consular Report of Birth Abroad</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12337" target=_self>Birth Certificate</A></li><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9832" target=_self>Birth Certificate Does Not Match Current ID</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10436" target=_self>Vital Record Documents Issued Abroad</A></LI><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12280" target=_self>U.S. Department of State</A></li></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qlObbZ  172.56666 Feb 21 2013 05:31:14:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9753 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9753 Family, Home and Community Vital Records http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9754 Electronic Checks Electronic check conversion is a process in which your check is a source of information using your check number, your account number, and the number that identifies your financial institution. The information then goes to make a one-time electronic payment from your account called an <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11588" target=_self>electronic fund transfer (EFT)</A>. Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.federalreserve.gov/pubs/checkconv/" target=_self>Federal Reserve Board - Electronic Check Conversion</A></li><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11494" target=_self>Wiring Money</A></li><LI><A href="http://www.fdic.gov/consumers/consumer/alerts/check21.html" target=_self>Check 21</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/xaqcaW  25.43334 Jan 18 2013 06:14:29:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9754 Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9754 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Money http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9754 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9755 * Contacting an Elected Official USA.gov provides information on how to contact U.S. state and federal elected officials and government agencies by phone, e-mail, or mail.<A href="http://www.usa.gov/Contact/Elected.shtml" target=_self>Browse contact information</A> Suggestions on the proper salutations for written messages are available in the <A href="http://www.usgs.gov/usgs-manual/handbook/hb/431-2-h/chap4.html" target=_self>Correspondence Handbook</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/contact/" target=_self>Contact the President</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12023" target=_self>U.S. Congress</A></LI><LI><A href="https://writerep.house.gov/" target=_self>Write Your Representative</A></LI><LI><A href="http://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm" target=_self>Contact U.S. Senators</A></LI><LI><A href="http://www.usa.gov/Contact/Governors.shtml" target=_self>Contact Your State Governor</A></LI><LI><A href="http://www.usa.gov/directory/federal/" target=_self>A-Z Index of U.S. Government Departments and Agencies</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target=_self>State Agencies and Services</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/mBBrPe  93.73332 Mar 22 2013 03:57:34:000PM Reference and General Government Officials http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9755 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9756 State Motor Vehicle Agencies The motor vehicle agency in your state is the best source of information on motor vehicle services such as getting or renewing a driver's license. If you have questions about the services offered through the state motor vehicle agency, contact them directly for details. Contact information, including a list of field offices, should also be available on the agency website.<A href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Motor_Vehicles.shtml" target=_self>Find your state motor vehicle agency</A>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13095" target=_self>Commercial Driver's Licenses</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11031" target=_self>International Driving Permit (IDP)</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target=_self>State Agencies and Services</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target=_self>State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target=_self>State Governors</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nj2AB5  571.10002 Mar 5 2013 04:40:32:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9756 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9757 Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) states that any person has the right to request access to federal agency records or information. Each federal government agency is required under the FOIA to disclose records requested in writing by any person. If you would like to make a request for access to information under the FOIA, please <A href="http://www.foia.gov/report-makerequest.html" target=_self>contact the agency holding the records you would like to access</A>.Assistance with FOIA-Related Inquiries The Department of Justice's <A href="http://www.justice.gov/oip/" target=_self>Office of Information and Privacy (OIP)</A> is the principal contact point within the executive branch for advice and policy guidance on matters pertaining to the administration of the FOIA. For more information, call 1.202.514.FOIA (514.3642).Exemptions and Exclusions Agencies may withhold information related to <A href="http://www.fincen.gov/foia/foia_exemptionsexclusions.html" target=_self>nine exemptions and three exclusions</A> contained in the FOIA. The Act applies only to federal agencies and does not create a right of access to records held by <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12023" target=_self>Congress</A>, the courts, or by state or local government agencies. Each state has its own public access laws. FOIA-Related Statistics You can <A href="http://www.foia.gov/data.html" target=_self>search for data</A> from a single agency or compare data from multiple agencies by exploring the FOIA data from an agency’s annual FOIA report. Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.foia.gov/" target=_self>Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)</A><LI><A href="http://www.foia.gov/how-to.html" target=_self>How to Make an FOIA Request</A><LI><A href="http://www.oge.gov/displaytemplates/modelsub.aspx?id=1921&langtype=1033" target=_self>How to Make an FOIA Request of the Office of Government Ethics (OGE)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/wVUNKT </body> 27.26667 Jan 9 2013 02:15:34:000PM Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9757 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9758 IRS: Report Waste, Fraud, or Abuse <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) provides independent oversight of the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) activities. How to Submit Your Complaint If you are aware of fraud, waste, mismanagement, and abuse within the <A href="http://www.irs.gov/" target=_self>Internal Revenue Service's</A> programs and operations, you can:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Report it to the <A href="http://www.treasury.gov/tigta/" target=_self>Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration's</A> Hotline at 1-800-366-4484. <LI>Submit your complaint by <A href="http://www.treasury.gov/tigta/contact_report.shtml" target=_self>mail, e-mail, fax, or an online form</A>.</LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.treasury.gov/tigta/about.shtml" target=_self>About the TIGTA</A> <LI><A href="http://www.treasury.gov/tigta/publications.shtml" target=_self>TIGTA Publications</A> <LI><A href="http://www.treasury.gov/tigta/oa.shtml" target=_self>Office of Audit (OA)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nmnt8E </body> 60.23332 Mar 20 2013 01:37:57:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9758 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9760 Internet Fraud <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>The term "Internet fraud" generally refers to any type of <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10293" target=_self>fraud</A> scheme that uses one or more online services, such as chat rooms, e-mail, message boards, or websites, to:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Present fraudulent solicitations to prospective victims.<LI>Conduct fraudulent transactions.<LI>Transmit the proceeds of fraud to financial institutions or others connected with the scheme.</LI></UL>You can find general information regarding Internet fraud and how to report it on <A href="http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Internet_Fraud.shtml" target=_self>USA.gov's Internet fraud website</A>.Information for Businesses <A href="https://www.ifraudalert.org/" target=_self>Internet Fraud Alert</A> is a collaborative project between public and private entities to help protect consumers from online fraud. This system allows industry and law enforcement to share information about online fraud directly with the institutions responsible for managing the accounts in question. Businesses and organizations may wish to <A href="https://www.ifraudalert.org/becomepartner.aspx" target=_self>become a partner of Internet Fraud Alert</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.stopfraud.gov/" target=_self>StopFraud.gov</A><LI><A href="http://www.fraud.org/internet/intinfo.htm" target=_self>Internet Fraud Watch</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10312" target=_self>Online Security and Safety</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10090" target=_self>Identity Theft</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10188" target=_self>Scams and Spam</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/obHTHj </body> 81.63334 Mar 6 2013 09:28:42:000PM Businesses and Nonprofits http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9760 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9760 Consumer Issues Scams and Fraud http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9761 Presidential Greetings, Photographs, and Invitations To request a greeting from the White House for events such as a birthday (age 80 and above), anniversary (only 50 or more years), or birth, fax your request to the Greetings Office at the White House at 1-202-456-2461. Direct any questions to the White House switchboard by calling 1-202-456-1414.In order for you to receive your greeting on time, the White House must receive your request at least two months in advance. Each request must include:Birthdays Must have Mr., Mrs., or Ms. by every name Date of birth with birth year (not current year) Home addressAnniversaries Full names of bride and groom Date they were married (not current year) Home addressBirths Baby's full name Date of birth Home addressPhoto Requests <a href="http://bookstore.gpo.gov/catalog/art-maps-travel/portraits-photographs" target="_self">Order official portraits</a> of President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden online through the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12114" target="_self">U.S. Government Printing Office</a>.Invitations for the White House and All Other Requests If you would like to extend an invitation to, have questions for, or would like information about the President, the White House, or the status of a request, <a href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/contact/" target="_self">contact the White House online, by phone, or by mail</a>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12132" target="_self">White House</a></li><li><a href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/tours-and-events/" target="_self">White House Tours</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/n5o9XD  65.30000 Feb 26 2013 08:20:18:000PM Reference and General Government Officials http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9761 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9762 * Public Service and Volunteerism There are several federal organizations that offer volunteer opportunities, including:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.serve.gov/" target="_self">Serve.gov</a></li><li><a href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/joiningforces/" target="_self">JoiningForces.gov</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10560" target="_self">PeaceCorps.gov</a></li><li><a href="http://www.citizencorps.gov/" target="_self">CitizenCorps.gov</a></li><li><a href="http://www.americorps.gov/" target="_self">AmeriCorps.gov</a></li><li><a href="http://www.seniorcorps.gov/" target="_self">SeniorCorps.gov</a></li><li><a href="http://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/" target="_self">GoCivilAirPatrol.com</a></li><li><a href="http://www.nationalservice.gov/" target="_self">NationalService.gov</a></li><li><a href="http://www.volunteer.gov/Gov/" target="_self">Volunteer.Gov/Gov/</a></li><li><a href="http://www.takepride.gov/" target="_self">TakePride.gov</a></li><li><a href="http://www.volunteer.va.gov/" target="_self">Volunteer.VA.gov</a></li></ul>Public Initiatives/Observances The <a href="http://www.serve.gov/lrlm.asp" target="_self">"Let's Read. Let's Move."</a> initiative seeks to combat childhood obesity and summer reading loss by engaging youth in summer reading and physical activity, as well as by providing access to healthy, affordable food.September 11 is an annually recognized <a href="http://www.serve.gov/sept11.asp" target="_self">National Day of Service and Remembrance</a>. The observance honors those who died, were injured, or rose in service on September 11, 2001. Information on <a href="http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/History_American/September11.shtml" target="_self">September 11, 2001, commemorations and other resources</a> is availableNeed More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.nationalservice.gov/for_individuals/faq/" target="_self">Frequently Asked Questions</a></li><li><a href="http://www.nationalservice.gov/about/programs/" target="_self">National Service Volunteer Programs</a></li><li><a href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/United-We-Serve/" target="_self">United We Serve</a> - An effort to expand the size and impact of volunteer efforts.</li><li><a href="http://www.usajobs.gov/" target="_self">USAJOBS.gov</a> - Search for job/volunteer opportunities</li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10893" target="_self">Volunteer with Federal Agencies</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/PublicService.shtml" target="_self">Public Service and Volunteerism Resources from USA.gov</a></li><li><a href="http://takeprideblog.blogspot.com/" target="_self">Take Pride in America: The Blog</a></li><li><a href="http://publications.usa.gov/USAPubs.php?PubID=5483" target="_self">Catch the Spirit - A Student's Guide to Community Service</a></li><li><a href="http://www.nationalservice.gov/about/initiatives/nmm.asp" target="_self">National Mentoring Month</a></li><li><a href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/2013/01/04/join-president-obama-national-day-service-0" target="_self">National Day of Service</a></li><li><a href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/citizensmedal/" target="_self">Recipients of the Presidential Citizens Medal</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9785" target="_self">Find Recreation-Related Employment and/or Volunteer Opportunities</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qMbIDp  83.96665 Feb 5 2013 04:25:12:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9762 Jobs and Education Jobs http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9762 Jobs and Education http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9762 Family, Home and Community Social Services http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9763 National Weather Service (NWS): Information about the Weather <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>The National Weather Service (NWS) provides weather forecasts and warnings for the United States, its territories, adjacent waters, and ocean areas.Weather Forecasts For information on your local forecast, <A href="http://www.nws.noaa.gov/organization.php" target=_self>contact the nearest NWS Forecast Office</A>.The following links also provide information on weather forecasts:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.nws.noaa.gov/pa/recordedforecasts.php" target=_self>Phone Numbers to Recorded Weather Forecasts</A> <LI><A href="http://www.weather.gov/forecastmaps" target=_self>National Forecast Maps</A> <LI><A href="http://weather.noaa.gov/international.html" target=_self>International Weather Conditions</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10609" target=_self>Severe Weather Warnings</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11369" target=_self>National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio (NWR)</A></LI></UL>Contact the NWS For more information on the <A href="http://www.weather.gov/" target=_self>National Weather Service</A>, visit the <A href="http://www.weather.gov/contact" target=_self>Contact Us website</A>.Contact information for <A href="http://www.nws.noaa.gov/stormready/contact.htm" target=_self>local NWS offices</A> is also available.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.weather.gov/safety" target=_self>Weather Safety</A> <LI><A href="http://www.weather.gov/education" target=_self>Weather Education and Outreach</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10735" target=_self>National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)</A> <LI><A href="http://www.science.gov/browse/w_119A.htm" target=_self>Science.gov: Climate, Weather, and Meteorology</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11282" target=_self>Storm Spotters</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/ooPU2p </body> 80.73333 Feb 26 2013 05:18:19:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9763 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9763 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9763 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Natural Disasters http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9763 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9764 Complaints: Trucking Companies Individuals with Complaints about Truckers/Trucking Companies If you have a complaint about trucking companies or drivers that are committing safety violations, call the <a href="http://nccdb.fmcsa.dot.gov/HomePage.asp" target="_self">Safety Violation Hotline</a> from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) at 1-888-DOT-SAFT (368-7238).Truckers with Unsafe Workplace Complaints <ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li>For complaints about safety issues on the road, such as being forced to drive in unsafe conditions, contact the <a href="http://nccdb.fmcsa.dot.gov/HomePage.asp" target="_self">Safety Violation Hotline</a> from the FMCSA at 1-888-DOT-SAFT (368-7238).</li><li>For complaints about safety issues occuring inside a trucking building or facility, file a complaint with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) by phone at 1-800-321-OSHA (6742) or use the <a href="http://www.osha.gov/pls/osha7/ecomplaintform.html" target="_self">OSHA online complaint form</a>. View information on <a href="http://www.osha.gov/as/opa/worker/complain.html" target="_self">how to file a complaint with OSHA</a>.</li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://fmcsa.dot.gov/" target="_self">Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12232" target="_self">Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10526" target="_self">Moving Fraud</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11251" target="_self">Complaints: Businesses and Nonprofits</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oBpaeX  138.00002 Feb 20 2013 08:24:32:000PM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9764 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9764 Jobs and Education http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9764 Jobs and Education Workplace Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9765 Fish and Wildlife Service: Division of Management Authority <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>The Division of Management Authority (DMA):<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Implements conservation laws and treaties for global fish and wildlife resources <LI>Issues permits to bring a foreign animal into the United States <LI>Coordinates with other agencies on Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species' (CITES) activities and enforcement <LI>Serves as the primary public CITES contact for the United States</LI></UL>Check Status of Protected Species Permit Applications If you applied for a protected species permit and want to check its status, allow at least 10 days after you submitted it before calling the DMA. If applicable, have your permit file number available.The review of endangered species applications takes at least 90 days.Contact the DMA Contact the <A href="http://www.fws.gov/international/about-us/division-of-management-authority.html" target=_self>Division of Management Authority</A> by e-mail at <A href="mailto:managementauthority@fws.gov" target=_self>managementauthority@fws.gov</A>, or by phone at 1-800-358-2104 or 1-703-358-2093.<A href="http://www.fws.gov/international/contact-us.html" target=_self>Additional contact information</A> is available.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9749" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9679" target=_self>Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9807" target=_self>FWS Permits</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12320" target=_self>Imports: Animals and Animal Products</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11532" target=_self>Exports: Animals and Animal Products</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12270" target=_self>Ports for the Importation or Exportation of Wildlife</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nBtEQm </body> 29.26667 Feb 21 2013 08:05:55:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9765 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9765 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9765 International Foreign Affairs http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9765 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9765 Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9765 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9765 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9768 International Travel Several government sources offer information on international travel, including:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Travel.shtml" target="_self">USA.gov</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10024" target="_self">U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12280" target="_self">U.S. Department of State (DOS)</a></li></ul>This information covers a wide range of topics, such as:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Crime (including <a href="http://travel.state.gov/abduction/abduction_580.html" target="_self">kidnapping</a> and other matters that result in <a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/emergencies/arrest/arrest_3879.html" target="_self">arrest</a>)</li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Usgresponse/Travel_Safely.shtml" target="_self">Travel Safety</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12355" target="_self">Passports</a> and other travel documents</li></ul>The following is a small representation of the wealth of information available:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11951" target="_self">Travel Tips for Holidays and Vacations</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9657" target="_self">Assistance for Travelers</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10026" target="_self">Children and Travel</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10294" target="_self">Consumer Tips</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9651" target="_self">Country Specific Information, Travel Alerts, and Travel Warnings</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11806" target="_self">Crisis Preparedness</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9707" target="_self">Difficulty Leaving a Foreign Country</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10314" target="_self">Driving across the U.S. Border</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10529" target="_self">Driving Safety</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11170" target="_self">Europe and Schengen Visas</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9705" target="_self">Financial Assistance</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12331" target="_self">Foreign Entry Requirements</a></li><li><a href="http://weather.noaa.gov/international.html" target="_self">Foreign Weather Conditions</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10709" target="_self">Health Tips</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9752" target="_self">Information for American Citizens</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11031" target="_self">International Driving Permit (IDP)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11842" target="_self">Maritime Piracy</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9706" target="_self">Medical Assistance</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11095" target="_self">Medicare Coverage</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9845" target="_self">Medications and Medical Devices</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9689" target="_self">Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)</a></li><li><a href="http://studentsabroad.state.gov/" target="_self">Tips and Resources for Students</a></li><li><a href="http://m.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">Traveler Assistance Tools for Mobile Phones</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10789" target="_self">Travel Insurance</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oG4am8  82.43334 Feb 12 2013 04:59:02:000PM Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9768 Consumer Issues General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9768 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9768 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9772 * Health Effects of Mercury <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>Mercury is a naturally occurring element found in air, water, and soil. Mercury exposure at high levels can result in tremors, insomnia, and headaches, and can damage the brain, central nervous system, and other organs.For more information, visit the following resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/mercury/" target=_self>Mercury</A> - EPA's main mercury website, which provides information for parents, schools, consumers, healthcare providers, and businesses.<LI><A href="http://publicaccess.supportportal.com/ics/support/default.asp?deptID=23012&task=knowledge&folderID=950" target=_self>Frequently Asked Questions</A> - Answers to frequently asked questions about mercury.<LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/mercury/whereyoulive.htm" target=_self>Where You Live</A> - Resources for information about mercury where you live, such as your home and community, your state, or your region.<LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/mercury/spills/" target=_self>Spills, Disposal, and Site Cleanup</A> - Information on mercury spills, disposal, and cleanup.</LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm294849.htm" target=_self>Mercury Poisoning Linked to Skin Products</A><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/hg/advisories.htm" target=_self>Mercury and Fish Consumption Advisories</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11487" target=_self>Food Safety: Fish</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/p2lkJ9 </body> 11.23332 Mar 21 2013 09:10:44:000PM Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9772 Consumer Issues General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9772 Health and Nutrition http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9773 * Pollution: Reporting an Environmental Violation You can report all environmental violations to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). If the EPA cannot address the problem, they will direct the matter to the appropriate investigative authority.<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/tips/" target=_self>Report a Suspected Environmental Violation</A></li><LI>Contact the Eyes on Drilling Tipline for suspicious activities related to oil and natural gas development:</li><UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Call 1-877-919-4EPA (1-877-919-4372)</li><LI>E-mail <A href="mailto:eyesondrilling@epa.gov">eyesondrilling@epa.gov</A></LI></UL></LI></UL>The EPA also provides <A href="http://publicaccess.supportportal.com/ics/support/default.asp?deptID=23012&task=knowledge&questionID=15450" target=_self>examples of different situations and who to call</A>. Environmental Emergencies If you see something that immediately threatens public health or the environment, <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9776" target=_self>report it as an environmental emergency</A> first, and then report it as a possible violation.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/enforcement/complaints/moreinfo.html" target=_self>General Information on Reporting Environmental Violations</A></li><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/enforcement/criminal/" target=_self>EPA: Criminal Enforcement Program</A></li><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9775" target=_self>Environmental Compliance Assistance</A></li><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9777" target=_self>Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rhl48j  48.93335 Mar 19 2013 07:45:57:000PM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9773 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9773 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9773 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9774 Complaints: Railroad-Related Issues If you have a complaint about passenger railway issues such as high rates or poor service, you should first contact the railroad itself:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li>For complaints about <a href="http://www.amtrak.com/" target="_self">Amtrak</a>, you may call Amtrak at 1.800.USA.RAIL (1.800.872.7245) or TDD/TTY at (1.800.523.6590). You may also <a href="http://www.amtrak.com/servlet/ContentServer/Page/1237608364155/1237608364155" target="_self">file a complaint with Amtrak online</a>. You may also wish to write to the <a href="http://www.amtrak.com/servlet/ContentServer/Page/1241245669142/1237608345018" target="_self">National Railroad Passenger Corporation's Board of Directors</a>, which oversees Amtrak.</li><li>For complaints about your regional rail service, please contact your local <a href="http://www.fta.dot.gov/about/12317_1119.html" target="_self">transit authority</a>.</li></ul>You may also file complaints about high rates, poor service, or safety hazards with your <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12260" target="_self">State Utility Commission</a>. These commissions regulate the rates and services of all utilities, including public transportation.If you have complaints about discrimination, disability issues, or safety hazards on a commuter railway, you may file them with the <a href="http://www.fra.dot.gov/" target="_self">Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)</a>. Contact information is available on the <a href="http://www.fra.dot.gov/pages/1619.shtml" target="_self">FRA's Contact Us website</a>. The FRA does not handle complaints about service issues.Complaints about Freight Services The <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13140" target="_self">Surface Transportation Board (STB)</a> has a <a href="http://stb.dot.gov/stb/rail/consumer_asst.html" target="_self">Rail Customer and Public Assistance Program</a>, which the STB Office of Public Assistance, Governmental Affairs, and Compliance (OPAGAC) operates. This office takes complaints about railroad-related issues such as blocked crossings, abandonment, idling engines/parked trains, service problems, etc.Anyone with a rail service related concern may contact the OPAGAC by filling out the <a href="http://www.stb.dot.gov/RailCustomerPublicAssistance.nsf/Request?OpenForm" target="_self">Rail Consumer Assistance form</a> with a complete description of their complaint. You may also contact the OPAGAC by e-mail at <a href="mailto:rcpa@stb.dot.gov" target="_self">rcpa@stb.dot.gov</a>, or by using the following contact information:Phone: 1.866.254.1792 Fax: 1.202.245.0461 Surface Transportation Board Office of Public Assistance, Governmental Affairs and Compliance 395 E Street Washington, D.C. 20423All inquiries received by the OPAGAC through the Rail Customer and Public Assistance Program are handled directly with the involved railroad, usually within four hours of receipt.Please note: The OPAGAC handles informal issues between freight railroads and shippers. OPAGAC does not regulate matters concerning commuter or tourist railroads.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11476" target="_self">Amtrak</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10243" target="_self">Public Transportation</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/psaEpT  46.83334 Feb 5 2013 06:28:24:000PM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9774 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9775 Pollution: Environmental Compliance Assistance <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19328"></head><body>The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provides <A href="http://www.epa.gov/compliance/assistance/" target=_self>compliance assistance</A> to businesses, federal facilities, local governments, and tribes. For more information, visit the following links:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/compliance/assistance/business.html" target=_self>Information for Regulated Businesses and Communities</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/compliance/assistance/centers/" target=_self>Compliance Assistance Centers</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/tribalcompliance/" target=_self>EPA Tribal Compliance Assistance Center</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fedcenter.gov/" target=_self>Federal Facilities Environmental Stewardship and Compliance Assistance Center (FedCenter)</A></LI></UL>Environmental Violations/Emergencies<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9773" target=_self>Reporting Environmental Violations</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9776" target=_self>Reporting Environmental Emergencies</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/compliance/index-c.html" target=_self>General Information on Environmental Compliance</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/compliance/monitoring/" target=_self>EPA: Compliance Monitoring</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/compliance/incentives/" target=_self>EPA: Compliance Incentives and Auditing</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/enforcement/" target=_self>EPA: Compliance Enforcement</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9799" target=_self>Find Environmental Information for Your Area</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rlCChZ </body> 40.20000 Mar 11 2013 06:01:20:000PM Businesses and Nonprofits http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9775 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9775 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9775 Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9775 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9776 * Reporting Environmental Emergencies <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body><A href="http://www.nrc.uscg.mil/pls/apex/f?p=201:1:0:::::" target=_self>Report an oil, gas, or chemical spill online</A> through the National Response Center (NRC), or call the NRC at 1-800-424-8802 or 1-202-267-2675.The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) also provides information on <A href="http://www.epa.gov/oswer/emergencies.htm" target=_self>emergencies, accidents, and spills</A>.Environmental Violations You may also <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9773" target=_self>report a violation</A> of an environmental law and/or regulation.Additional information on <A href="http://www.epa.gov/epahome/violations.htm" target=_self>how to report spills and environmental violations</A> is available.Please note: If you see something that immediately threatens public health or the environment, report it as an emergency first, and then report it as a possible violation.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/emergencies/content/preparing.htm" target=_self>Preparing for Natural Disasters and Chemical Emergencies</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/superfund/" target=_self>Superfund Program: Responses to the Release of Hazardous Substances</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10377" target=_self>Environmental Laws and Regulations</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/o4dBNt </body> 32.86667 Mar 20 2013 02:20:30:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9776 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9776 Public Safety and Law Public Safety http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9776 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9777 * Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responsible for protecting human health, and safeguarding the nation's air, water, and land.Contact EPA Contact the <A href="http://www.epa.gov/" target=_self>Environmental Protection Agency</A> by phone or mail at:Phone: 1-202-272-0167 TTY: 1-202-272-0165 Environmental Protection Agency Ariel Rios Building 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington DC 20460Additional contact information is available at the following links:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/epahome/comments.htm" target=_self>EPA: Contact Us</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/epahome/whereyoulive.htm" target=_self>EPA Regional Offices and State Environmental Agencies</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/epahome/citizen.htm" target=_self>EPA for Citizen Action</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/careers/" target=_self>EPA Careers and Internships</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/epahome/faq.htm" target=_self>EPA's Frequently Asked Questions</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9799" target=_self>Environmental Information for Your Area</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11024" target=_self>Environmental Information for Teachers and Students</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11124" target=_self>Tribal Environmental Information and Data</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9776" target=_self>Reporting Environmental Emergencies</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9773" target=_self>Reporting an Environmental Violation</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10377" target=_self>Environmental Laws and Regulations</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9775" target=_self>Environmental Compliance Assistance</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/greenerproducts/" target=_self>Greener Products</A> <LI><A href="http://publications.usa.gov/USAPubs.php?CatID=16" target=_self>USA.gov: Going Green Publications</A> <LI><A href="http://www.unep.org/wed" target=_self>World Environment Day</A> - takes place annually on June 5</LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rs76mP </body> 70.86667 Mar 19 2013 02:22:06:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9777 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9777 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9777 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9779 Complaints: Air Travel Issues Complaints about Service or Discrimination by an Airline First attempt to resolve your complaint with the airline. If the airline fails to satisfy the complaint, contact the <a href="http://airconsumer.dot.gov/" target="_self">Aviation Consumer Protection Division (ACPD)</a>:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Online: <a href="http://airconsumer.dot.gov/escomplaint/es.cfm" target="_self">Register your complaint</a></li><li>Phone: Call 1-202-366-2220, 24 hours a day; TTY callers dial 1-202-366-0511</li><li>Mail: Department of Transportation Aviation Consumer Protection Division, C-75 1200 New Jersey Ave. SE Washington DC 20590</li></ul>Complaints about Airline Safety Contact the <a href="http://www.faa.gov/contact/" target="_self">Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)</a> Consumer Hotline:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Phone: Call 1-866-TELL-FAA (1-866835-5322), 24 hours a day (within the United States only)</li><li>Mail: Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Ave. SW Washington DC 20591</li></ul>Complaints about Airline Security Contact the <a href="http://www.tsa.gov/" target="_self">Transportation Security Administration (TSA)</a>:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>E-mail: <a href="mailto:tsa-contactcenter@dhs.gov">TSA-ContactCenter@dhs.gov</a></li><li>Phone: Call 1-866-289-9673 (within the United States only)</li><li>Other: <a href="http://www.tsa.gov/contact/" target="_self">Contacts for specific purposes</a></li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://airconsumer.dot.gov/customerservice.htm" target="_self">Airline Customer Service Plans</a></li><li><a href="http://airconsumer.dot.gov/reports/" target="_self">Air Travel Consumer Reports</a></li><li><a href="http://airconsumer.dot.gov/publications/delays.htm" target="_self">Coping With Flight Delays</a></li><li><a href="http://airconsumer.dot.gov/pubs.htm" target="_self">Travel Tips and Publications</a></li><li><a href="http://airconsumer.dot.gov/cessations.htm">What to Do When an Airline Goes out of Business</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9905" target="_self">Complaints: Travel Agencies or Agents</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11118">Complaints: Travel Screening and Watch List Issues</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pdmUFB  2.33333 Mar 7 2013 04:24:09:000PM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9779 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9779 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9779 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9780 Earth Day <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>Earth Day is an annual observance held on April 22. Earth Day aims to raise environmental awareness and involve citizens and communities in creating a cleaner, healthier world.For more information, visit the following links:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://lcweb2.loc.gov/ammem/today/apr22.html" target=_self>Today in History: Earth Day</A> <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/earthday/" target=_self>Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Earth Day</A> <LI><A href="http://www.eere.energy.gov/earthday/" target=_self>Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE): Earth Day</A> <LI><A href="http://www.nasa.gov/topics/earth/earthday/" target=_self>National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA): Earth Day</A> <LI><A href="http://www.census.gov/newsroom/releases/archives/facts_for_features_special_editions/cb12-ff06.html" target=_self>Facts for Features: Earth Day</A> <LI><A href="http://www.nps.gov/history/NR/TWHP/parkwk.htm" target=_self>Teaching with Historic Places: Earth Day</A> <LI><A href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2012/04/20/presidential-proclamation-earth-day" target=_self>Presidential Proclamation: Earth Day</A> </LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10772" target=_self>Arbor Day</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9784" target=_self>State and National Recreational Events</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=5843" target=_self>Environmental Impact of Your Energy Use</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qTXJfX </body> 6.30000 Mar 22 2013 12:41:48:000PM Current Events http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9780 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9780 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9782 Credit Scores <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>Credit scores, which credit reporting companies base on information found in your credit report, are figures banks, lenders, and others use to determine your ability to repay a loan. They also use these scores to determine what interest rate you will receive on a credit card or mortgage, amount of deposit for some utilities, and whether a landlord will accept your application to rent an apartment.For more information, visit the following resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/credit/cre24.shtm" target=_self>Credit Scoring</A><LI><A href="http://www.federalreserve.gov/consumerinfo/fivetips_creditscore.htm" target=_self>Five Tips for Improving Your Credit Score</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11085" target=_self>Credit Reports</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10777" target=_self>Credit Reporting Agencies (CRAs)</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10986" target=_self>Complaints: Credit Card Companies</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11567" target=_self>Credit Counseling</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10051" target=_self>Choosing a Credit Card</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/otQkET </body> 186.16665 Mar 19 2013 05:12:16:000PM Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9782 Consumer Issues General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9784 Recreational Activities: State and National Events <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>At this time, there is no comprehensive list of recreation-related events.General information on recreational events, celebrations, festivals, fairs, etc. may be available at the following sites:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Travel-Tourism/State-Tourism.shtml" target=_self>State Tourism Websites</A> <LI><A href="http://www.recreation.gov/unifSearch.do" target=_self>Recreation.gov's Search Engine</A><LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/SpecialEvents/FWS_SpecialEvents_Search.cfm" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS): Special Events Calendar</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9921" target=_self>Major FWS Events</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12043" target=_self>Recreational Areas: Fee-Free Entrance Days</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10772" target=_self>Arbor Day</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9780" target=_self>Earth Day</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10569" target=_self>National Cherry Blossom Festival</A> <LI><A href="http://www.nps.gov/npweek/" target=_self>National Park Week</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/owVrpz </body> 37.10000 Mar 14 2013 01:28:37:000PM Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9784 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9785 Recreational Employment and/or Volunteer Opportunities <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19394"></head><body>Recreation.gov's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) provide information on <A href="http://www.recreation.gov/marketing.do?goto=acm/faqs/aboutRecreation.htm" target=_self>recreation-related employment with federal agencies</A>.If you are interested in volunteer opportunities specifically, search the <A href="http://www.serve.gov/" target=_self>Serve.gov</A> website directly.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11975" target=_self>Green Jobs</A> <LI><A href="http://www.youthgo.gov/jobs" target=_self>Conservation Job Opportunities for Youths</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9750" target=_self>Get a Job with the Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9666" target=_self>FWS Student Employment Programs</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9667" target=_self>FWS Volunteer Opportunities</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10893" target=_self>Volunteering with Federal Agencies</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9762" target=_self>Public Service and Volunteerism</A> <LI><A href="http://www.publiclandsday.org/" target=_self>National Public Lands Day (NPLD)</A> - September 28, 2013</LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/mUmGYs </body> 59.53334 Mar 11 2013 05:24:34:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9785 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9785 Jobs and Education Jobs http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9785 Jobs and Education http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9785 Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9785 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9787 Recreational Statistics and Demographics <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>To view recreation-related research data, visit the following sites:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.census.gov/compendia/statab/cats/arts_recreation_travel.html" target=_self>U.S. Census Bureau: Arts, Recreation, and Travel Data</A> <LI><A href="http://wsfrprograms.fws.gov/Subpages/NationalSurvey/NatSurveyIndex.htm" target=_self>National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation</A> <LI><A href="http://www.srs.fs.usda.gov/trends/nsre-directory/" target=_self>National Survey on Recreation and the Environment (NSRE)</A> <LI><A href="https://migbirdapps.fws.gov/" target=_self>Migratory Bird Data Center</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/hip/" target=_self>Migratory Bird Harvest Information Program (HIP)</A> <LI><A href="http://www.flyways.us/" target=_self>Flyways.us</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11413" target=_self>Environmental Statistics</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11185" target=_self>Statistics: Federal Data</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11364" target=_self>Statistics: State and Local</A> <LI><A href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Reference-Shelf/Data.shtml" target=_self>USA.gov: Data and Statistics</A> <LI><A href="http://www.data.gov/" target=_self>Data.gov</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pKFukZ </body> 24.13333 Feb 18 2013 03:49:50:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9787 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9787 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9787 Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9787 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9787 Reference and General Government Statistics http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9787 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9787 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9787 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9789 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS): Grants <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>The Fish and Wildlife Service's (FWS) <A href="http://www.fws.gov/grants/" target=_self>Grants-at-a-Glance website</A> provides information on natural resource assistance grants for:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Individuals <LI>Groups <LI>Public, private, and governmental organizations</LI></UL>For additional FWS grant information, use the following contacts:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/birdhabitat/Grants/" target=_self>Bird Habitat/Wetland Conservation Grants</A>: call 1-703-358-1784 <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/endangered/grants/" target=_self>Endangered Species Grants</A>: call 1-703-358-2171 <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/international/grants-and-reporting/" target=_self>International Conservation Grants</A>: call 1-703-358-1754 <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/partners/" target=_self>Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program - Restoration Assistance</A>: call 1-703-358-2161</LI></UL>General information on <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10877" target=_self>government help with fish and wildlife habitats</A> is also available.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.grants.gov/" target=_self>Grants.gov</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11440" target=_self>Government Grants and Loans for Individuals</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11610" target=_self>Government Grants and Loans for States and Organizations</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11945" target=_self>Federal Loans for Farmers</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9677" target=_self>FWS Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Program</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9749" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/ojtfnQ </body> 38.56668 Mar 19 2013 05:02:26:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Benefits and Grants http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9789 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9789 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9789 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9789 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9790 * Air Travel: Airport Security You and your baggage must undergo security screening (inspection) when traveling from airports. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) operates security checkpoints at U.S. airports to:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Check for items prohibited aboard aircraft</li><li>Prevent people on travel watch lists from boarding aircraft</li></ul>The TSA offers <a href="http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information" target="_self">information for travelers</a>, including:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/how-get-through-line-faster" target="_self">How to get through the line faster</a></li><li><a href="http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/acceptable-ids" target="_self">Acceptable forms of identification at airport security checkpoints</a></li><li><a href="http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/prohibited-items" target="_self">Which items are allowed and forbidden in checked bags and carry-on bags</a></li><li><a href="http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/make-your-trip-better-using-3-1-1" target="_self">Guidelines for traveling with liquids, gels, and aerosols</a></li><li><a href="http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/travelers-disabilities-and-medical-conditions" target="_self">Travelers with Disabilities and Medical Conditions</a></li></ul>Contact the <a href="http://www.tsa.gov/" target="_self">Transportation Security Administration</a> for assistance and/or information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>E-mail: <a href="mailto:tsa-contactcenter@dhs.gov">TSA-ContactCenter@dhs.gov</a></li><li>Phone: Call 1.866.289.9673 (within the United States only)</li><li>Other: <a href="http://www.tsa.gov/contact/" target="_self">Contacts for specific purposes</a></li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/tsa-pre%E2%9C%93%E2%84%A2-expedited-screening" target="_self">TSA Pre✓™ Expedited Screening</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10822" target="_self">Air Travel: Civil Aviation Alerts</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11118" target="_self">Complaints: Travel Screening and Watch List Issues</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9779" target="_self">Complaints: Air Travel Issues</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/p4cb3M  186.40000 Feb 12 2013 04:02:48:000PM Public Safety and Law Public Safety http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9790 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9790 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9790 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9791 Buying Federal Land The General Services Administration (GSA) takes care of land transfers for the majority of the federal government. Agencies offer the land to other federal agencies and states first and then to the public. For more information, please view the following:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><li><A href="http://www.gsa.gov/realpropertydisposal" target=_self>GSA Land and Property Disposal</A></li><li><A href="http://www.blm.gov/wo/st/en/prog/more/lands/land_tenure/sale.html" target=_self>Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) Lands and Realty</A></LI><LI><A href="http://www.fs.fed.us/land/staff/disposal.shtml" target=_self>Sales of Forest Service (FS) Lands</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11360" target=_self>General Services Administration (GSA)</A></LI><LI><A href="http://www.blm.gov/wo/st/en/prog/more/lands/land_tenure/sale/faqs.html" target=_self>Frequently Asked Questions about BLM Land Sales</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/mPO4kp  75.79999 Feb 4 2013 04:42:28:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9791 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9791 Reference and General Government Sales and Auctions http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9794 Complaints: Financial Institutions When you have a complaint about a financial institution:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li>Start by taking your complaint directly to senior bank management or the bank's customer service center. You should be prepared to explain your complaint and let them know what you expect for resolution.</li><li>If you have already tried this and are not satisfied, determine the type of institution you are dealing with by using the <a href="http://www.ffiec.gov/nicpubweb/nicweb/SearchForm.aspx" target="_self">Federal Reserve System's Institution Search</a>.</li><li>After you verify the type of financial institution, select it from the list below and you can determine where to direct your complaint:<ul style="FONT-SIZE: 125%; PADDING-TOP: 0px" type="disc"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9726" target="_self">National Bank (Ex: Sample Bank, NA)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9727" target="_self">State Bank (Ex: Sample State Bank)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9728" target="_self">Federal Savings and Loan</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9729" target="_self">Credit Union</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10983" target="_self">Mortgage Company</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11251" target="_self">Finance Company, Store, Auto Dealer, Credit Bureau</a></li></ul></li></ul>If you need additional assistance, visit the <a href="http://federalreserveconsumerhelp.gov/" target="_self">Federal Reserve Consumer Help</a> website for more information or contact them by phone at 1.888.851.1920. TTY users can call 1-877-766-8533.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9725" target="_self">Getting Legal Advice</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9678" target="_self">Complaints: Investment Issues</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11784" target="_self">Complaints: Discrimination in Lending Transactions</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qKDHEu  71.66667 Feb 20 2013 08:29:00:000PM Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9794 Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9794 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9794 Benefits, Grants, Money and Taxes Money http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9796 Report Sightings of Unusual/Abnormal Animals or Birds <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19394"></head><body>If you suspect that an animal is out of place, pick up a nature guide and study its description and natural habitats. There is a chance the animal actually belongs there. If not, note its location and any distinguishing marks or colorations, take a photograph if possible, and report the sighting.If you would like to report a sighting of an animal or bird that is out of its normal territory or has some abnormality, such as missing or extra parts, contact your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife agency</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9674" target=_self>Identifying an Animal or Plant</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9669" target=_self>Reporting an Abandoned or Injured Animal</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nl2d47 </body> 48.20001 Feb 27 2013 06:26:55:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9796 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9797 * Immigration: Laws You can find information and assistance with immigration laws through:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://www.loc.gov/law/find/hearings/immigration.php" target="_self">Legal Resources Locator</a></li><li><a href="http://www.oalj.dol.gov/" target="_self">Office of Administrative Law Judges Law Library</a></li><li><a href="http://www.uscis.gov/" target="_self">United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)</a>:<ul style="padding-top: 0px; font-size: 125%;" type="square"><li><a href="http://www.uscis.gov/laws" target="_self">Citizenship and immigration laws</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11950" target="_self">Obtaining legal assistance with immigration matters</a></li><li><a href="http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.eb1d4c2a3e5b9ac89243c6a7543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=a2e29c7755cb9010VgnVCM10000045f3d6a1RCRD&vgnextchannel=a2e29c7755cb9010VgnVCM10000045f3d6a1RCRD" target="_self">Immigration handbooks and manuals</a></li></ul></li><li><a href="http://justice.gov/eoir/vll/libindex.html" target="_self">Virtual Law Library</a></li></ul>Immigration laws include:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://www.state.gov/www/regions/wha/cuba/cuba_adjustment_act.html" target="_self">Cuban Adjustment Act of 1996 (CAA)</a></li><li><a href="http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.eb1d4c2a3e5b9ac89243c6a7543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=f3829c7755cb9010VgnVCM10000045f3d6a1RCRD&vgnextchannel=f3829c7755cb9010VgnVCM10000045f3d6a1RCRD" target="_self">Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)</a></li><li><a href="http://justice.gov/crt/cor/byagency/doj1255a.htm" target="_self">Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986</a></li><li><a href="http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.uscongress/legislation.106hr3244" target="_self">Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act of 2000</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qFunwZ  128.69998 Mar 7 2013 08:46:30:000PM International Immigration and Naturalization http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9797 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9797 Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9797 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9797 International Visas http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9798 Gasoline Prices For information about the price of gasoline, visit the following resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.eia.doe.gov/oil_gas/petroleum/data_publications/wrgp/mogas_home_page.html" target="_self">Retail Price of Gasoline</a></li><li><a href="http://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/index.cfm?page=gasoline_factors_affecting_prices" target="_self">Gasoline Explained: Factors Affecting Gasoline Prices</a></li><li><a href="http://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/index.cfm?page=gasoline_regional" target="_self">Why Gasoline Prices are Higher in Some Regions Than in Others</a></li><li><a href="http://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/index.cfm?page=gasoline_fluctuations" target="_self">Why Gasoline Prices Fluctuate</a></li></ul>There are no government controls on the price of oil or gasoline. Therefore, the government cannot tell gasoline companies to hold their prices at one level or to decrease them. However, if you feel you are the victim of price gouging, contact your <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10411" target="_self">state attorney general</a>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.eia.gov/tools/faqs/index.cfm#gasoline" target="_self">Frequently Asked Questions about Gasoline</a></li><li><a href="http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/gasprices/states/" target="_self">Gasoline Price Data, by State</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10697" target="_self">Tips to Save Money on Gasoline</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10259" target="_self">Price Gouging</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qPsvsl  32.96667 Mar 13 2013 09:15:59:000PM Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9798 Consumer Issues General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9799 * Find Environmental Information for Your Area <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19394"></head><body>The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) allows you to <A href="http://www.epa.gov/epahome/commsearch.htm" target=_self>search for environmental information by ZIP code</A>. For more information, contact an <A href="http://www.epa.gov/epahome/whereyoulive.htm" target=_self>environmental office near you</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://toxtown.nlm.nih.gov/" target=_self>Tox Town</A> <LI><A href="http://toxmap.nlm.nih.gov/toxmap/main/index.jsp" target=_self>Explore On-Site Toxic Chemical Releases and Hazardous Waste Sites</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11124" target=_self>Tribal Environmental Information and Data</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11125" target=_self>Report on the Environment (ROE)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/n0Hlnd </body> 30.63334 Mar 19 2013 07:10:45:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9799 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9801 Authenticating Documents: Requirements All documents must meet a specific set of criteria in order to receive authentication, regardless of the type of document:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>All seals and signatures must be originals;</LI><LI>All documents must be in the following order: Notary, Clerk of Court, and Secretary of State. Each section must then be in chronological order;</LI><LI>All documents in a foreign language must have a certified (notarized) English translation. If a copy of a document is used, it must include a statement that it is a true and accurate copy; and</LI><LI>All requests must include an original <A href="http://www.state.gov/m/a/auth/c53226.htm" target=_self>DS-4194 form</a>. The "Instructions" tab on the DS-4194 form explains how to complete the DS-4194 form in detail. Follow the instructions completely.</LI></UL>Beyond these, <A href="http://www.state.gov/m/a/auth/c16920.htm" target=_self>requirements for authentication</A> vary based on the document type:For the most common documents, a Notary Public must sign the documents and then the Clerk of Courts must certify the documents. The Clerk of Courts that certifies the documents must be located in the same county that commissioned the notary. The state authentication office of the state that executes the document must then certify the document. If this office will certify directly to the notary, then it is not necessary to get certification from the Clerk of Court. Common documents include Powers of Attorney, invitations, agreements, and similar documents.Vital record documents must be originals certified by the state authentication office of the state that recorded the documents. You should send your request to this office to certify that the officials signed the document under the impressed seal of the state. Vital record documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, and other documents issued by state or local governments.Federal agencies issuing documents must use the official Seal of the agency. Federally issued documents include those issued for patents and trademarks.If you will use the document abroad, the <A href="http://www.state.gov/m/a/auth/" target=_self>Office of Authentications</A> must also authenticate it.Animal Health Certificates Animal health certificates for cats, dogs, birds, etc., must be certified under the official seal of the Department of Agriculture (USDA) in the document's originating state (please remember to familiarize yourself with <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11532" target=_self>animal export requirements</A>).Apostille vs. Certification The 1961 <A href="http://www.hcch.net/index_en.php?act=conventions.text&cid=41" target=_self>Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents</A> simplifies the document authentication process. There are differences in the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9734" target=_self>process for countries that are signatories</A> (Hague Countries), and the <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10114" target=_self>process for countries that are not signatories</A> (Non-Hague Countries) to the convention. You can find a <A href="http://www.hcch.net/index_en.php?act=conventions.status&cid=41" target=_self>list of signatory countries</A> on the Hague Convention website.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10237" target=_self>Authenticating Documents: Status Request</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11427" target=_self>Authenticating Documents: Rejection by the DOS Office of Authentications</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10744" target=_self>Authenticating Documents Abroad</A></LI><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10882" target=_self>State Authentication Offices</A></li><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9663" target=_self>Authenticating Documents: Federal Document</A></li><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11905" target=_self>Vital Records: Documents Issued in the United States</A></li><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10436" target=_self>Vital Records: Documents Issued Abroad</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9711" target=_self>Marriage in the United States</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11218" target=_self>Hague Conference on Private International Law (HCCH)</A></LI><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12280" target=_self>Department of State (DOS)</A></li><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10631" target=_self>Department of Agriculture (USDA)</A></li></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nVaNzs  22.23333 Feb 21 2013 03:32:08:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9801 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9801 Family, Home and Community Vital Records http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9802 Travel: Passport Versus Visa <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12355" target="_self">Passports</a>:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Are official government-issued document that certifiy the bearer's identity and citizenship</li><li>Serve as an internationally recognized travel documents</li><li>Are generally required to enter foreign countries</li></ul>If you are a United States citizen and need to <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11129" target="_self">apply for</a> or <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12354" target="_self">renew</a> a passport:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>United States: Contact the U.S. Department of State's (DOS) <a href="http://travel.state.gov/passport/" target="_self">Passport Services Office</a></li><li>Abroad: Contact a <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a></li></ul><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10667" target="_self">Visas</a>:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Are official government-issued documents</li><li>Allow the bearer to visit the issuing country for a predetermined period of time and/or purpose</li></ul>To obtain information on visas:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>U.S. citizens: Review the applicable DOS <a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_4965.html" target="_self">Country Specific Information (CSI) document</a></li><li>Foreign nationals: Contact a <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a>, or the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11314" target="_self">DOS Office of Visa Services</a></li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/passport/faq/faq_1741.html" target="_self">Frequently Asked Questions about U.S. Passports</a></li><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/visa/questions/questions_1253.html" target="_self">Frequently Asked Questions about U.S. Visas</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12045" target="_self">Travel: Visa Waiver Program (VWP)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11128" target="_self">DOS: Passport, Visa, and Traveler Assistance Forms</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qJVOV4  238.86669 Mar 29 2013 04:05:48:000PM International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9802 International Passports http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9802 International Visas http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9803 U.S. Court of Federal Claims The U.S. Court of Federal Claims hears cases, which involves money claims against the U.S. government. Some of the cases include:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Tax Refund Suits<LI>Environmental and Natural Resource Issues<LI>Civilian and Military Pay Questions<LI>Intellectual Property Claims<LI>Various statutory claims against the U.S. by individuals, domestic and foreign corporation, states and localities, Indian tribes and Nations, and foreign nationals and governments</LI></UL>You may wish to contact the Court of Federal Claims by phone or mail at:Phone: 1-202-357-6400 U.S. Court of Federal Claims Clerk's Office 717 Madison Place NW Washington DC 20005Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.uscfc.uscourts.gov/" target=_self>U.S. Court of Federal Claims</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10390" target=_self>U.S. Constitution</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11733" target=_self>U.S. District Courts</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11732" target=_self>Federal Courts of Appeals/Circuit Courts</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/xPRQXL  19.26668 Mar 8 2013 07:15:50:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9803 Public Safety and Law Courts http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9803 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9803 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9804 U.S. Court of International Trade The United States Court of International Trade presides over cases involving particular international trade and customs law questions.You may wish to contact the Court of International Trade by phone or mail at:Phone: 1.212.264.2800 Clerk of the Court United States Court of International Trade One Federal Plaza New York NY 10278-0001Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.cit.uscourts.gov/" target=_self>United States Court of International Trade</A><LI><A href="http://trade.gov/" target=_self>International Trade Administration (ITA)</A><LI><A href="http://www.usitc.gov/" target=_self>United States International Trade Commission (USITC)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/Hcsvn6  31.23334 Jan 15 2013 05:58:19:000PM Businesses and Nonprofits http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9804 Public Safety and Law Courts http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9804 International Foreign Affairs http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9804 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9804 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9805 * Dietary Guidelines ChooseMyPlate.gov offers personalized eating plans and interactive tools that may help you plan/examine your food choices. ChooseMyPlate, formerly MyPyramid, allows you to:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.choosemyplate.gov/myplate/index.aspx" target="_self">Build a personalized plan</a></li><li><a href="http://www.choosemyplate.gov/supertracker-tools.html" target="_self">Track your diet and physical activity</a></li><li><a href="http://www.choosemyplate.gov/healthy-eating-tips.html" target="_self">Learn healthy eating tips</a></li><li><a href="http://www.choosemyplate.gov/weight-management-calories.html" target="_self">Get weight loss information</a></li></ul>You may also wish to <a href="http://www.choosemyplate.gov/contact-us.html" target="_self">contact ChooseMyPlate.gov</a>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://blogs.usda.gov/2012/03/01/national-nutrition-month-brings-accessible-nutrition-information-to-most-popular-meat-and-poultry-products/" target="_self">March is National Nutrition Month</a>.</li><li><a href="http://healthymeals.nal.usda.gov/features-month/september/national-fruit-veggies-more-matters-month" target="_self">September is Fruits and Veggies - More Matters Month</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10302" target="_self">Grocery Shopping and Nutrition Tips</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11136" target="_self">Healthy Recipes</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10078" target="_self">The Food and Nutrition Information Center</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11698" target="_self">Nutritional Programs for Children and Families</a></li><li><a href="http://www.nutrition.gov/life-stages/seniors/" target="_self">Nutrition for the Elderly</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11722" target="_self">Nutrition during Pregnancy</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10307" target="_self">Losing Weight</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nWRjvn  217.26667 Mar 1 2013 04:59:35:000PM Current Events http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9805 Health and Nutrition http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9806 * Registering Boats and Boat Trailers <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>For information on registering boats and boat trailers, click on your state below:<TABLE style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" width="80%" align=center><TBODY><TR><TH id=?TH1?></TH><TH id=?TH2?></TH><TH id=TH3></TH></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10118" target=_self>Alabama</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10144" target=_self>Kentucky</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10161" target=_self>North Dakota</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10126" target=_self>Alaska</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10145" target=_self>Louisiana</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10162" target=_self>Ohio</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10127" target=_self>Arizona</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10146" target=_self>Maine</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10163" target=_self>Oklahoma</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10128" target=_self>Arkansas</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10147" target=_self>Maryland</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10164" target=_self>Oregon</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10129" target=_self>California</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10148" target=_self>Massachusetts</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10165" target=_self>Pennsylvania</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10131" target=_self>Colorado</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10149" target=_self>Michigan</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10166" target=_self>Rhode Island</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10132" target=_self>Connecticut</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10150" target=_self>Minnesota</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10167" target=_self>South Carolina</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10134" target=_self>Delaware</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10151" target=_self>Mississippi</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10169" target=_self>South Dakota</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10135" target=_self>District of Columbia</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10152" target=_self>Missouri</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10170" target=_self>Tennessee</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10136" target=_self>Florida</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10153" target=_self>Montana</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10171" target=_self>Texas</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10137" target=_self>Georgia</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10154" target=_self>Nebraska</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10172" target=_self>Utah</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10138" target=_self>Hawaii</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10155" target=_self>Nevada</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10173" target=_self>Vermont</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10139" target=_self>Idaho</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10156" target=_self>New Hampshire</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10174" target=_self>Virginia</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10140" target=_self>Illinois</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10157" target=_self>New Jersey</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10175" target=_self>Washington</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10141" target=_self>Indiana</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10158" target=_self>New Mexico</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10176" target=_self>West Virginia</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10142" target=_self>Iowa</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10159" target=_self>New York</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10177" target=_self>Wisconsin</A></TD></TR><TR><TD headers=TH1><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10143" target=_self>Kansas</A></TD><TD headers=TH2><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10160" target=_self>North Carolina</A></TD><TD headers=TH3><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10178" target=_self>Wyoming</A></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10908" target=_self>Recreational Activities: Boating</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10912" target=_self>Recreational Activities: Fishing</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/r6I41e </body> 98.56667 Feb 19 2013 07:33:09:000PM Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9806 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9807 * Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS): Permits <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) permits allow you to participate in activities that wildlife laws and treaties would otherwise prohibit.For more information, visit the following links:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/permits/" target=_self>FWS Permits Website</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/permits/overview/overview.html" target=_self>Permits Overview</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/permits/faqs/FaqA.html" target=_self>Frequently Asked Questions and Facts about FWS Permits</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/permits/instructions/ObtainPermit.html" target=_self>Instructions on Getting FWS Permits</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/permits/ApplicationMain.html" target=_self>FWS Permit Application Forms</A></LI></UL>FWS Permit Programs<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/endangered/" target=_self>Endangered Species Program</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/international/about-us/division-of-management-authority.html" target=_self>Division of Management Authority</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/le/" target=_self>Office of Law Enforcement</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/migratorybirds/" target=_self>Migratory Bird Program</A></LI></UL>Check Status of Permit Application<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Allow at least 60 days for review of most applications, and at least 90 days for review of marine mammal or endangered species applications.<LI>Call the program that issues the permit.<LI>Have your permit file number available.</LI></UL>Hunting/Fishing Licenses For information on <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9808" target=_self>hunting and fishing licenses</A>, contact your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state wildlife agency</A>. The FWS does not issue those licenses.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9910" target=_self>Environmental Laws That Use FWS Permits</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/refuges/visitors/permits.html" target=_self>Special Use Permits (SUP) for National Wildlife Refuges</A> <LI><A href="http://www.blm.gov/wo/st/en/prog/more/lands/filming.html" target=_self>Bureau of Land Management (BLM): Permits for Filming on Public Land</A> <LI><A href="http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/permits.htm" target=_self>National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS): Permit Portal</A> <LI><A href="http://www.sba.gov/community/blogs/community-blogs/business-law-advisor/environmental-permits-does-your-small-business-" target=_self>Environmental Permits: Does Your Small Business Need to Comply?</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9919" target=_self>Eagle Feathers or Parts</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/p8GzvE </body> 69.06668 Mar 22 2013 06:14:09:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9807 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9807 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9807 Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9807 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9807 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9808 * Hunting or Fishing Licenses <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19394"></head><body>Contact your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife agency</A> for information on hunting and fishing licenses.Please note:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>There is no hunting or fishing license that is valid nationwide <LI>Everyone age 16 and older who wishes to hunt or fish must get a license <LI>Individuals under age 16 may need a junior hunting license to hunt</LI></UL>Get a Hunting or Fishing License<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Apply online with your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife agency</A> <LI>Purchase from an establishment that carries hunting and fishing equipment/supplies</LI></UL>If the option to apply online is not available, or if you are unable to locate a store that sells licenses in your area, contact your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife agency</A>.Lifetime, Senior, Discounted, and Disabled Licenses Eligible applicants must purchase these specialty licenses in person from a <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife agency</A>.Waterfowl Hunting Licenses If you want to hunt waterfowl (ducks, geese, swans, etc.), you will need a Federal Duck Stamp in addition to a state hunting license.Recreational Saltwater Fishing View the following information on recreational saltwater fishing:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/sfa/PartnershipsCommunications/recfish/regulations.htm" target=_self>State Saltwater Fishing Regulations</A> <LI><A href="http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/permits.htm" target=_self>Programs Requiring Federal Fishing Permits</A> <LI><A href="https://www.countmyfish.noaa.gov/register/" target=_self>National Saltwater Angler Registry</A></LI></UL>National Parks and Refuges<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>National Parks may allow fishing, but never hunting <LI>National Wildlife Refuges may allow either <LI>National parks and refuges may require their own fishing or hunting license/permit in addition to, or instead of, a state license</LI></UL><A href="http://www.recreation.gov/unifSearch.do" target=_self>Contact the federal recreation site</A> you plan to visit for more information.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9685" target=_self>General Information on Hunting</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10912" target=_self>General Information on Fishing</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9906" target=_self>Federal Duck Stamp</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11347" target=_self>Firearm Policies on FWS and NPS Lands</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10376" target=_self>Hunting and Fishing in Canada</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/p10Eqo </body> 9.50000 Feb 19 2013 04:37:26:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9808 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9808 Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9808 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9808 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9810 Recreational Activities: Hunting Classes and Junior Hunting Licenses <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>For information about hunting classes and junior hunting licenses, contact your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife agency</A>.Hunting Classes Hunter education courses include classroom instruction and hands-on experience in hunter safety and hunting techniques. Students may also learn about hunting ethics, hunter/landowner relations, and basic wildlife management principles.Junior Hunting License Individuals under a certain age must possess a junior hunting license to hunt. Some states may also require that minors take a hunting class to get a license. State fish and wildlife agencies set the age limits and requirements.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9808" target=_self>General Information on Hunting and Fishing Licenses</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9811" target=_self>Hunting and Fishing Rules and Regulations</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9906" target=_self>Federal Duck Stamp Program</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9685" target=_self>Recreational Activities: Hunting</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11347" target=_self>Firearm Policies on FWS and NPS Lands</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10376" target=_self>Hunting and Fishing in Canada</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qg8a17 </body> 36.76667 Feb 19 2013 07:40:38:000PM Jobs and Education Education http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9810 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9810 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9810 Jobs and Education http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9810 Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9810 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9810 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9811 * Hunting and Fishing Rules and Regulations <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>Hunting and fishing rules and regulations, such as season dates and bag/possession limits, differ for each state. For specific rules governing hunting and fishing, contact a <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife agency</A>.Report State Violations To report hunting and/or fishing violations, contact the appropriate <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9696" target=_self>state fish and wildlife agency</A>.Report Federal Violations If you suspect that someone broke a federal fish or wildlife law or regulation, report it to the nearest Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) office:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9909" target=_self>Refuge Law Enforcement</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/le/regional-law-enforcement-offices.html" target=_self>Regional Law Enforcement Offices</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9992" target=_self>FWS State Field Offices</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12253" target=_self>General Information on Locating an FWS Office or Refuge</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9685" target=_self>General Information on Hunting</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10912" target=_self>General Information on Fishing</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11347" target=_self>Firearm Policies on FWS and NPS Lands</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9808" target=_self>Hunting and Fishing Licenses</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10826" target=_self>Resident Canada Goose Management</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10376" target=_self>Hunting and Fishing in Canada</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/international/permits/by-activity/sport-hunted-trophies.html" target=_self>Sport-Hunted Trophy Imports</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nExdIm </body> 89.86668 Feb 19 2013 04:51:31:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9811 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9811 Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9811 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9811 Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9811 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9811 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9812 Ivory-billed Woodpecker <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>Visit the following links for information about the Ivory-billed Woodpecker:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.birds.cornell.edu/ivory" target=_self>Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Ivory-billed Woodpecker</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fws.gov/ivorybill/" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS): Ivory-billed Woodpecker</A> </LI></UL>For additional information:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Call the <A href="http://www.birds.cornell.edu/" target=_self>Cornell Lab of Ornithology</A> at 1-800-843-BIRD (1-800-843-2473) <LI>E-mail the <A href="http://www.fws.gov/" target=_self>Fish and Wildlife Service</A> at <A href="mailto:ivorybill@fws.gov">ivorybill@fws.gov</A></LI></UL>Reporting Ivory-billed Woodpeckers Because the Ivory-billed Woodpecker looks similar to the more common Pileated Woodpecker, visit the <A href="http://www.birds.cornell.edu/ivory/identifying/" target=_self>Identifying and Reporting an Ivory-billed Woodpecker website</A>.After verifying that you saw an Ivory-billed Woodpecker, <A href="http://www.birds.cornell.edu/ivory/identifying/step4" target=_self>report the sighting</A> to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology by sending an e-mail to <A href="mailto:cornellbirds@cornell.edu">cornellbirds@cornell.edu</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9796" target=_self>Report Sightings of Unusual/Abnormal Animals or Birds</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9674" target=_self>Identifying an Animal or Plant</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nLwXCL </body> 25.43331 Feb 27 2013 06:42:20:000PM Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9812 Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9812 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Wildlife http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9814 Making an Appointment with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) appointment scheduling system, <a href="http://infopass.uscis.gov/" target="_self">InfoPass</a>:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Allows you to schedule appointments at the nearest <a href="https://egov.uscis.gov/crisgwi/go?action=offices" target="_self">USCIS Service Center</a></li><li>Lets you cancel or reschedule a scheduled appointment; there is no penalty for doing so</li><li>Does not handle <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11882" target="_self">case status inquiries</a>, or <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12100" target="_self">form requests</a></li></ul>InfoPass is available in 12 languages.Contact <a href="http://www.uscis.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services</a> for assistance and/or information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>United States: Call 1-800-375-5283; for TTY dial 1-800-767-1833</li><li>Abroad: Contact the nearest <a href="http://www.uscis.gov/international/" target="_self">USCIS international office</a>, or a <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a></li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11443" target="_self">Citizenship and Naturalization</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11252" target="_self">Citizenship: Overview of the Naturalization Process</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oZRGJ9  98.73335 Mar 6 2013 07:57:33:000PM International Immigration and Naturalization http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9814 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9815 Social Security: Divorced Spouse Benefits <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>If you are divorced, but your marriage lasted 10 years or longer, you can receive Social Security benefits on your ex-spouse's record (even if he or she has remarried).View the following Social Security benefit information:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/retire2/divspouse.htm" target=_self>If You Are Divorced</A><LI><A href="http://ssa-custhelp.ssa.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/299/~/qualifying-for-divorced-spouse-benefits" target=_self>Qualifying for Divorced Spouse Benefit</A><LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/retire2/applying8.htm" target=_self>Find Out if You Are Eligible for Social Security Benefits: Then Apply</A></LI></UL>If you remarry, you generally cannot collect benefits on your former spouse's record unless your later marriage ends by death, divorce, or annulment.Contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) For more information, contact the <A href="http://www.ssa.gov/" target=_self>Social Security Administration</A> by phone at:Phone: 1-800-772-1213 TTY: 1-800-325-0778 <A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/foreign/" target=_self>International SSA Operations</A> (if you live outside the U.S.)Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/retire2/yourdivspouse.htm" target=_self>SSA: Benefits for Your Divorced Spouse</A><LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/gethelp1.htm" target=_self>SSA: Information for Women</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/n2TgfF </body> 92.43335 Mar 28 2013 02:02:04:000PM Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid Social Security http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9815 Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9816 Social Security: Lump Sum Death Payment <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19403"></head><body>A lump-sum death benefit is payable upon the death of a person who has worked long enough to be insured under Social Security.A <A href="http://ssa-custhelp.ssa.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/202" target=_self>one-time lump-sum death payment of $255</A> is payable to: <UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>A surviving spouse if he or she was living with the deceased; or, if living apart, was receiving certain Social Security benefits on the deceased person's record; or <LI>If there is no surviving spouse, a child who is eligible for benefits on the deceased person's record in the month of death.</LI></UL>Do not cash any checks for the month in which the beneficiary dies. Return any checks to your <A href="http://www.ssa.gov/locator/" target=_self>local Social Security office</A>.Contact the Social Security Adminstration (SSA) Report the death of a Social Security beneficiary to the <A href="http://www.ssa.gov/" target=_self>Social Security Administration</A> by phone at:Phone: 1-800-772-1213 TTY: 1-800-325-0778 <A href="http://www.ssa.gov/foreign/" target=_self>International SSA Operations</A> (if you live outside the U.S.)Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10008.html" target=_self>How Social Security Can Help You When a Family Member Dies</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10062" target=_self>Survivors Benefits</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10064" target=_self>Social Security Benefits for Children</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nHBe00 </body> 5.50000 Mar 27 2013 08:18:02:000PM Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid Social Security http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9816 Social Security and Medicare/Medicaid http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9819 Complaints: CBP or CBP Employees Contact <a href="http://www.cbp.gov/" target="_self">Customs and Border Protection (CBP)</a> to file a complaint about the agency or one of its employees:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Online: <a href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/forms/complaint/" target="_self">Use the online complaint form</a></li><li>United States: Call 1.877.CBP.5511 (227.5511); TTY callers dial 1.866.880.6582</li><li>Abroad: Call 1.703.526.4200</li><li>Mail: U.S. Customs and Border Protection Attn: CIC-Rosslyn 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, MS 1345 Washington DC 20229</li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9779" target="_self">Complaints: Air Travel Issues</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11118" target="_self">Complaints: Travel Screening and Watch Lists</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12335" target="_self">Complaints: USCIS or USCIS Employees</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pJTtHa  36.83333 Feb 8 2013 04:57:23:000PM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9819 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9819 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9819 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9821 Government of the State of Alaska <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.alaska.gov/" target="_self">State of Alaska</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://gov.state.ak.us/" target="_self">Sean Parnell</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Last Frontier</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Juneau</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">49th state to join the United States, on January 3, 1959</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: North to the Future</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.alaska.gov/Kids/student.htm" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1.907.465.2111</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.travelalaska.com/" target="_self">Alaska Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/r2dDpI  42.66669 Jan 22 2013 09:03:17:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9821 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9822 Travel: Denied Admission to the U.S. You may not be allowed to enter the United States if you are <a href="http://travel.state.gov/visa/frvi/ineligibilities/ineligibilities_1364.html" target="_self">ineligible to enter the United States</a>. If you were denied entry, you can <a href="http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.5af9bb95919f35e66f614176543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=68db2c1a6855d010VgnVCM10000048f3d6a1RCRD&vgnextchannel=db029c7755cb9010VgnVCM10000045f3d6a1RCRD" target="_self">apply for a waiver</a>.Contact the nearest <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a> if you have any questions on visa application procedures, eligibility, and/or <a href="http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/id_visa/indamiss_can_info.xml" target="_self">waiver applications</a>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9830" target="_self">Travel: Arrival-Departure Record</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11407" target="_self">Travel: Documents for Foreign Nationals Visiting the U.S.</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9744" target="_self">Travel: Entering the United States</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12066" target="_self">Visas: Application Denial</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qn61Ft  107.29999 Mar 6 2013 07:31:45:000PM International Immigration and Naturalization http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9822 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9822 International Visas http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9823 Imports: Personal Effects and Household Goods You are allowed to bring (import) your <A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/351/" target=_self>personal and household goods</A> (collectively, personal effects) on a duty-free basis when you move to the United States. Personal effects must <A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/134/" target=_self>meet certain conditions</A> to qualify. Items less than a year old and shipped separately are subject to duty.<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>You must declare all items you are importing. Use:</LI><UL style="FONT-SIZE: 100%; PADDING-TOP: 0px" type=square><LI><A href="http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/sample_declaration_form.xml" target=_self>Form 6059B - Customs Declaration</A> for personal effects accompanying you.<LI><A href="http://forms.cbp.gov/pdf/CBP_Form_3299.pdf" target=_self>Form 3299 - Declaration For Free Entry of Unaccompanied Articles</A> (PDF | requires <A href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target=_self>Adobe Acrobat Reader</A>) for personal effects shipped separately.</LI></UL><LI>The declaration acts like a packing list. It should contain a complete list of items, not categories.<LI>Separate shipments must <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9841" target=_self>clear Customs</A> at a CBP <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12326" target=_self>port of entry</A>, or sent through the <A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/168/kw/in-bond/sno/1" target=_self>In-Bond Program</A>.<LI>Your shipping company must advise you when the shipment arrives for clearing.<LI>CBP auctions off shipments not cleared within 30 working days after six months.</LI></UL>Contact CBP directly at 1-877-CBP-5511 (1-877-227-5511) or 1-703-526-4200 for more information.Allowances for Returning Residents<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>You may import up to $800 in new goods duty-free as a <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11392" target=_self>returning U.S. resident</A>, provided they accompany you.<LI>A three percent duty applies to the next $1,000 in new goods.<LI>After $1,800 in new goods, CBP determines the duty according to <A href="http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/" target=_self>Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)</A> classifications.<LI>Specific rules apply to <A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/275/" target=_self>importing firearms</A> and <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9835" target=_self>motor vehicles</A>.<LI>There are <A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/110/" target=_self>exemptions for U.S. government employees, including military personnel</A>.</LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12322" target=_self>Importing and Exporting</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11188" target=_self>Imports: Personal Purchases and Gifts</A><LI><A href="http://www.usitc.gov/" target=_self>United States International Trade Commission (USITC)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rbN5ef  428.89999 Mar 13 2013 12:38:59:000PM Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9823 Consumer Issues General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9823 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9823 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9825 Transporting Bodies in Coffins and Ashes in Urns to the U.S. If you are transporting human remains in a casket or urn by air, please check with the air carrier to determine their policies and procedures.<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Ashes may enter the U.S. without restriction, regardless of the cause of death<LI>The <A href="http://www.tsa.gov/" target=_self>Transportation Security Administration (TSA)</A> requires ashes in a temporary box of wood, light plastic, or cardboard<LI>To obtain additional information on the requirements to transport coffins or ashes, <A href="http://www.tsa.gov/contact-transportation-security-administration/" target=_self>contact the TSA</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11996" target=_self>Death of an American Abroad</A> <LI><A href="http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/products/pro19.shtm" target=_self>Funerals</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/IQslAW  99.23331 Mar 22 2013 05:43:08:000PM Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9825 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9825 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9825 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9827 Travel: Cuba U.S. citizens must obtain permission (license) to travel to Cuba. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) licenses travel to Cuba. OFAC does not license tourist travel to Cuba, including travel from or through another country.Contact the <a href="http://www.treasury.gov/about/organizational-structure/offices/Pages/Office-of-Foreign-Assets-Control.aspx" target="_self">Office of Foreign Assets Control</a> for assistance and/or information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>E-mail: <a href="mailto:ofac_feedback@do.treas.gov">ofac_feedback@do.treas.gov</a></li><li>United States: Call 1-800-540-6322</li><li>Abroad: Call 1-202-622-2480</li><li>Mail: Department of the Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control Treasury Annex 1500 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington DC 20220</li></ul>Report <a href="http://www.treasury.gov/resource-center/sanctions/programs/pages/cuba.aspx" target="_self">Cuba sanction</a> violations at 1-786-845-2829.Cuban Government Information: Contact one of the following Cuban government offices for information on entry and customs requirements:<table style="font-size: 80%" border="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><th id="Contact" width="50%"></th><th id="Contact" width="50%"></th></tr><tr><td headers="Contact">Phone: 1-202-797-8518 Fax: 1-202-797-8521 Cuban Interests Section 2630 16th Street NW Washington DC 20009</td><td headers="Contact">Phone: 1-202-797-8609/8610/8615 Fax: 1-202-986-7283 Consular Section 2639 16th Street NW Washington DC 20009</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1097.html" target="_self">Cuba: Country Specific Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/2011/01/14/changes-america-cuba" target="_self">White House: Changes for America and Cuba</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/okzDIt  14.40000 Mar 6 2013 07:54:06:000PM International Foreign Affairs http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9827 International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9827 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9827 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9828 Visas: B-1 and B-2 Categories The U.S. issues B-1 and B-2 visas to foreign citizens visiting the United States for business or tourism. B-1 and B-2 visas:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Are <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13267" target="_self">nonimmigrant visas</a> usually valid for 10 years</li><li>Let you visit the U.S. for up to six months at a time</li><li>Allow you to <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10616" target="_self">extend your visits</a> by an additional six months in some cases</li></ul>If you are in the U.S. on a B-1 or a B-2 visa:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>You may travel to <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10180" target="_self">Canada</a>, <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11354" target="_self">Mexico</a>, or the Caribbean islands (except <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9827" target="_self">Cuba</a>) for up to 30 days under your current visit, provided you meet certain conditions</li><li>Visiting other countries results in a new visit upon your return to the U.S.</li></ul>Contact the <a href="http://travel.state.gov/visa/" target="_self">Office of Visa Services</a> for assistance and/or information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>E-mail: <a href="mailto:usvisa@state.gov">USVisa@state.gov</a></li><li>Phone: Call 1-202-663-1225</li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/types/types_1265.html" target="_self">Visitor Visas</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12066" target="_self">Visas: Application Denial</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11919" target="_self">Visas: Application Status</a></li><li><a href="http://travel.state.gov/visa/questions/policy/policy_4433.html" target="_self">Visas: U.S. Policies</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10651" target="_self">Travel: Duration of Stay in the U.S.</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qU17y3  58.90001 Feb 22 2013 06:25:03:000PM International http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9828 International Visas http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9829 Government of the State of Alabama <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.alabama.gov/" target="_self">State of Alabama</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.alabama.gov/" target="_self">Robert Bentley</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Heart of Dixie (unofficial)</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Montgomery</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">22nd state to join the United States, on December 14, 1819</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Audemus Jura Nostra Defendere</dt><dd>Translation: We Dare Defend Our Rights</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://archives.alabama.gov/emblems/emblems.html" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1.334.242.7100 <a href="http://www.alabama.gov/portal/secondary.jsp?id=portalResourcesHelpCenter" target="_self">Help Center</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.alabama.travel/" target="_self">Alabama Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/p6FdTb  67.63331 Feb 11 2013 04:28:25:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9829 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9830 Travel: Arrival-Departure Record You receive an Arrival-Departure Record if you are a foreign visitor entering the United States. This record:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Is also referred to as <a href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/880/" target="_self">Form I-94</a> (I-94W for <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12045" target="_self">Visa Waiver Program</a> travelers)</li><li>Indicates when you must leave the country</li></ul>You must turn in your I-94/I-94W when you leave the United States. If you do not, <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12327" target="_self">Customs and Border Protection (CBP)</a> may consider you an "overstay," and may <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9822" target="_self">stop you from entering the U.S.</a> in the future.You can <a href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/752/" target="_self">turn in your I-94/I-94W by mail</a> if necessary. Send it to:DHS - CBP SBU 1084 South Laurel Rd. London KY 40744Carry a copy of your correspondence with CBP on future trips to the U.S. to help answer any questions that may arise.Replacing an Arrival-Departure Record You must <a href="http://www.uscis.gov/i-102/" target="_self">apply for a replacement I-94/I-94W</a> if the original was lost, stolen, or mutilated.Contact <a href="http://www.uscis.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services</a> for assistance and/or information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>United States: Call 1-800-375-5283; for TTY dial 1-800-767-1833</li><li>Abroad: Contact the nearest <a href="http://www.uscis.gov/international/" target="_self">USCIS international office</a>, or a <a href="http://www.usembassy.gov/" target="_self">U.S. Embassy or Consulate</a></li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/id_visa/i-94_instructions/filling_out_i94.xml" target="_self">Filling Out Form I-94</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10651" target="_self">Travel: Duration of Stay in the U.S.</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9744" target="_self">Travel: Entering the United States</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qvSB0a  115.16665 Mar 7 2013 04:27:24:000PM Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9830 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9832 Birth Certificate Does Not Match Current ID If you must use your birth certificate as a form of identification and your name has legally changed since your birth, you will need to present evidence of each legal name change.Find examples of such cases below:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><li>If you got married, you need your marriage license.</li><li>If you were married and divorced, you need your marriage license and divorce decree to show each change.</li><li>For adoption or court-authorized name changes, you need legal documents identifying you by your birth name as well as your new name.</li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12337" target=_self>Birth Certificate</A></li><li><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9713" target=_self>Divorce Decree</A></li><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12271" target=_self>State Vital Records Offices</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11905" target=_self>Vital Records: Documents Issued in the U.S.</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=13255" target=_self>Passports: Obtaining without Required Documentation</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10882" target=_self>State Authentication Offices</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10067" target=_self>DOS: Office of Authentications</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/n03Lpw  196.43331 Feb 4 2013 04:40:09:000PM Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9832 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9832 Family, Home and Community Vital Records http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9833 Government of the State of Arkansas <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.arkansas.gov/" target="_self">State of Arkansas</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.arkansas.gov/" target="_self">Mike Beebe</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Natural State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Little Rock</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">25th state to join the United States, on June 15,1836</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Regnat Populus</dt><dd>Translation: The People Rule</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.soskids.ar.gov/5-8-history-state-symbols.html" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-501-682-3000 <a href="http://portal.arkansas.gov/government/Pages/governmentHelpCenter.aspx" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.arkansas.com/" target="_self">Arkansas Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/q03Ai3  40.50000 Mar 28 2013 08:52:15:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9833 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9835 Imports: Motor Vehicles Customs and Border Protection (CBP) provides <A href="http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/trade/basic_trade/importing_car.xml" target=_self>information on vehicle imports</A>, including what you must do to obtain permission from CBP and other federal government agencies. This information applies to personal use as well as commercial use.For assistance, contact the CBP directly at 1-877-CBP-5511 (1-877-227-5511) or 1-703-526-4200; TTY callers may dial 1-866-880-6582.Visit the following for further information:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/218/kw/Requirements%20for%20Importing%20a%20Vehicle%2FVehicle%20Parts" target=_self>Requirements for Importing a Vehicle/Vehicle Parts</A><LI><A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/289/kw/Requirements%20for%20Importing%20a%20Vehicle%2FVehicle%20Parts" target=_self>Importing a Non-U.S. Version/Non-Conforming Vehicle or Car into the U.S.</A> <LI><A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/278/kw/Requirements%20for%20Importing%20a%20Vehicle%2FVehicle%20Parts" target=_self>Importing Classic or Antique Vehicles/Cars for Personal Use</A> <LI><A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/287/kw/Importing%20a%20Vehicle%20for%20Personal%20Use/sno/1" target=_self>Temporarily Importing a Vehicle or Engine into the United States</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10314" target=_self>International Travel: Driving Vehicles across the U.S. Border</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12322" target=_self>Importing and Exporting</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11486" target=_self>Exports: Motor Vehicles</A><LI><A href="http://www.cbp.gov/" target=_self>Customs and Border Protection (CBP)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qzsoNH  6.66667 Mar 27 2013 02:11:59:000PM Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9835 Consumer Issues General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9835 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9835 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9837 Government of the State of Arizona <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://az.gov/" target="_self">State of Arizona</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://azgovernor.gov/" target="_self">Janice K. Brewer</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Grand Canyon State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Phoenix</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">48th state to join the United States, on February 14, 1912</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Ditat Deus</dt><dd>Translation: God Enriches</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.azsos.gov/public_services/kids/kids_state_symbols.htm" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1.602.542.4900 E-mail: <a href="mailto:azgov@azgita.gov">azgov@azgita.gov</a> <a href="http://az.gov/contact.html" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.arizonaguide.com/" target="_self">Arizona Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/n5QDpZ  59.46667 Feb 19 2013 09:06:56:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9837 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9838 Taking a Firearm/Rifle to Canada to Hunt <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19393"></head><body>For information on taking a firearm/rifle to Canada to hunt, visit the following links:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp-pcaf/information/visit/index-eng.htm" target=_self>Canadian Firearm Information for Visitors/Non-Residents</A> <LI><A href="http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp-pcaf/information/lic-per-eng.htm" target=_self>Types of Canadian Firearm Licenses</A> <LI><A href="http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp-pcaf/reg-enr/index-eng.htm" target=_self>Firearm Registration Requirements</A> <LI><A href="http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp-pcaf/fs-fd/minor-mineur-eng.htm" target=_self>Firearm Users Younger Than 18</A></LI></UL>For more information, <A href="http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp-pcaf/cont/index-eng.htm" target=_self>contact the Canadian Firearms Program</A>.Registering Firearms with the United States The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recommends that you also register your firearms on <A href="http://forms.cbp.gov/pdf/CBP_Form_4457.pdf" target=_self>CBP Form 4457</A> (PDF | requires <A href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target=_self>Adobe Acrobat Reader</A>), prior to leaving the United States. Call your <A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12326" target=_self>nearest CBP port of entry</A> for more information.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12327" target=_self>U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10376" target=_self>General Information on Hunting and Fishing in Canada</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9685" target=_self>Hunting in the United States</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11347" target=_self>Firearm Policies on FWS and NPS Lands</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nDM5mc </body> 47.76668 Feb 21 2013 03:09:18:000PM Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9838 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9838 Travel and Recreation Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9838 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9838 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9840 Government of American Samoa <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://americansamoa.gov/" target="_self">American Samoa</a> (Samoan: Sãmoa Amelika)</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://americansamoa.gov/index.php/governer/biography-of-governer" target="_self">Lolo Matalasi Moliga</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Pago Pago</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="4" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">American Samoa is an unincorporated territory of the United States located in the south Pacific Ocean, southeast of the <a href="http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1009.html" target="_self">Independent State of Samoa</a>. American Samoa became a U.S. territory starting in 1900. The matai (local chiefs) of Tutuila, the largest island in American Samoa, relinquished the island to the United States in 1900. Manu’a followed in 1904. Swain Island joined the territory in 1925 by an act of Congress. The U.S. Navy had authority over American Samoa until 1951. The <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10607" target="_self">Department of the Interior (DOI)</a> acquired authority in 1956.</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Sãmoa, Muamua Le Atua</dt><dd>Translation: Samoa, Let God be First</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Time Difference: UTC -11 (six hours behind Washington, D.C.)</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description"valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-684-633-4116 Fax: 1-684-633-2269</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://amsamoa.net/tourism" target="_self">American Samoa Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.doi.gov/oia/igia/" target="_self">Interagency Group on Insular Areas (IGIA)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qpBMY3  158.86665 Mar 25 2013 08:50:03:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9840 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9841 Imports: Clearing Goods through Customs Businesses and individuals bringing goods into the United States (importers) must file a Customs entry (claim) with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to clear Customs. When an item clears customs, it goes through a process to determine whether the goods can enter the U.S. and if any duty needs to be paid.Visit the following for further information about clearing goods through Customs:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/197/" target=_self>Import license</A> <LI><A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/214/" target=_self>Importing Items with Value of over $2,500</A> <LI><A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/215/" target=_self>Importing Items with Value of under $2,500</A> <LI><A href="http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/" target=_self>Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS)</A> <LI><A href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/350/" target=_self>Prohibited Goods</A> <LI><A href="http://cbp.gov/xp/cgov/trade/trade_outreach/diduknow.xml" target=_self>Tips for New Importers and Exporters</A></LI></UL>Custom Broker Customs brokers are private individuals, partnerships, associations or corporations licensed, and regulated CBP to assist importers and exporters in meeting requirements governing imports and exports. For more infromation, call the CBP Broker Management Branch at 1-202-863-6543.Contact CBP at 1-877-CBP-5511 (1-877-227-5511), or 1-703-526-4200 for additional information about clearing goods through Customs.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12322" target=_self>Importing and Exporting</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12320" target=_self>Imports: Animals and Animal Products</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10077" target=_self>Bringing Food and Food Products into the U.S.</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10111" target=_self>Imports: Live Fish</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9835" target=_self>Imports: Motor Vehicles</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9823" target=_self>Imports: Personal Effects and Household Goods</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10240" target=_self>Imports: Prescription Medicine for Personal Use</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10010" target=_self>Imports: Prohibited Animal and Plant Products</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11188" target=_self>Imports: Personal Purchases and Gifts</A> <LI><A href="http://www.cbp.gov/" target=_self>Customs and Border Protection (CBP)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/p6Owpe  236.80001 Mar 26 2013 06:26:39:000PM Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9841 Consumer Issues General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9841 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9841 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9842 Government of the State of California <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.ca.gov/" target="_self">State of California</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://gov.ca.gov/" target="_self">Edmund G. (Jerry) Brown Jr.</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Golden State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Sacramento</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">31st state to join the United States, on September 9, 1850</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Eureka</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://capitolmuseum.ca.gov/kids/state_symbols.html" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-800-807-6755 TTY: 1-916-464-1580 E-mail: <a href="mailto:stateinformation@state.ca.gov">stateinformation@state.ca.gov</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitcalifornia.com/" target="_self">California Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pZCuNa  87.63334 Mar 28 2013 09:01:09:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9842 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9843 Report Child Pornography <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>Federal law defines child pornography as any kind of visual depiction of sexually explicit conduct involving a minor (any person younger than 18). This includes drawings, cartoons, sculptures, paintings, photographs, films, videos, or computer-generated images or pictures.To report child pornography, contact the <A href="http://www.missingkids.com/" target=_self>National Center for Missing and Exploited Children's (NCMEC)</A>:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Online at <A href="http://www.cybertipline.com/" target=_self>CyberTipline.com</A><LI>By phone at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).</LI></UL>Child Pornography in the Mail It is illegal to send child pornography through the U.S. mail. For more information, please visit the U.S. Postal Inspection Service's section on <A href="https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov/investigations/MailFraud/fraudschemes/ce/CE.aspx" target=_self>child exploitation</A>.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.netsmartz.org/Predators/" target=_self>Protect Your Kids from Sexual Predators</A><LI><A href="http://www.fbi.gov/about-us/investigate/cyber/innocent/" target=_self>Innocent Images National Initiative (IINI)</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10633" target=_self>Child Abuse</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11738" target=_self>AMBER Alerts</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10066" target=_self>Sex Offender Registries</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qFtcZz </body> 78.00000 Mar 11 2013 09:32:22:000PM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9843 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9843 Family, Home and Community http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9843 Consumer Issues General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9843 Family, Home and Community General Information http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9843 Public Safety and Law Laws http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9843 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9844 Travel: Admission to the U.S. While Pregnant Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers inspect all foreign nationals visiting the U.S. using the same criteria. They have sole discretion concerning whether you are allowed, or denied entry in the United States.There are no specific regulations <a href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/882/" target="_self">prohibiting pregnant visitors</a> from entering the United States. However, CBP officers will take your pregnancy into consideration.Travel to the U.S. for the purpose of childbirth is not a valid reason for travel.Contact <a href="http://www.cbp.gov/" target="_self">Customs and Border Protection</a> for assistance and/or information:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>United States: Call 1-877-CBP-5511 (1-877-227-5511); TTY callers dial 1-866-880-6582</li><li>Abroad: Call 1-703-526-4200</li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9822" target="_self">Travel: Denied Admission to the U.S.</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9744" target="_self">Travel: Entering the United States</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9819" target="_self">Complaints: CBP or CBP Employees</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/ntqXHi  150.10000 Feb 25 2013 06:36:03:000PM Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9844 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9845 International Travel: Medications and Medical Devices Customs and Border Protection (CBP) advises that you travel with <a href="https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/67" target="_self">personal use quantities of medications</a> (no more than a 60 day supply), and carry:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Prescription medications in their original containers</li><li>Copies of prescriptions for medications stored in other containers</li><li>A copy of prescriptions for needles, oxygen tanks, or any other medical devices</li></ul>Please note: Medicines purchased abroad may be subject to <a href="http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/clearing/restricted/medication_drugs.xml" target="_self">FDA restrictions</a>.For help or information, contact:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Customs and Border Protection (CBP): 1-877-CBP-5511 (1-877-227-5511); TTY callers dial 1-866-880-6582</li><li>Federal Drug Administration's (FDA) Division of Import Operations and Policy: 1-301-796-0356</li><li>Transportation Security Administration (TSA): 1-866-289-9673</li></ul>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10709" target="_self">International Travel: Health Tips</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9706" target="_self">International Travel: Medical Assistance</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11095" target="_self">International Travel: Medicare Coverage</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12327" target="_self">Customs and Border Protection (CBP)</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/o51dAY  47.10001 Feb 25 2013 08:47:45:000PM Health and Nutrition http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9845 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9845 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9846 Recognizing Dangerous Letters or Packages If you need to report a suspicious package or letter and are unsure who to contact, look for your local law enforcement agency in a local phone book under "Police" or call 911.Dangerous letters or packages include those that contain:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Explosives <LI><A href="http://www.bt.cdc.gov/agent/agentlist.asp" target=_self>Biological agents</A>   <LI><A href="http://www.bt.cdc.gov/agent/agentlistchem.asp" target=_self>Chemical agents</A> </LI></UL>Look for things that are out of the ordinary, such as unexpected mail from a foreign country. Also, be aware that <A href="http://www.bt.cdc.gov/agent/anthrax/mail/suspiciouspackages.asp" target=_self>suspicious letters and packages</A> are not limited to those delivered by a private delivery company or a U.S. postal carrier.How to Report a Suspicious Letter or Package at Work Contact your building security official, a supervisor, local police, or call 911. How to Report a Suspicious Package at Public Places or at Your Home Contact the local police or call 911.How to Report a Suspicious Package in a Federal Building <A href="http://www.dhs.gov/report-suspicious-activity-federal-protective-service" target=_self>Contact the Federal Protective Services (FPS)</A>, local police, or call 911.<A href="http://www.ready.gov/" target=_self>Ready.gov</A> also has information on what to do if there is an <A href="http://www.ready.gov/explosions" target=_self>explosion</A>, or a <A href="http://www.ready.gov/biological-threats" target=_self>biological</A> or <A href="http://www.ready.gov/chemical-threats" target=_self>chemical</A> threat.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11158" target=_self>Bomb Threat</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10280" target=_self>Terrorism</A> <LI><A href="http://www.bt.cdc.gov/agent/anthrax/" target=_self>Anthrax</A> <LI><A href="http://www.fema.gov/" target=_self>Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/yxtbc3  37.86668 Mar 12 2013 05:21:17:000PM Reference and General Government Postal Service http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9846 Public Safety and Law Public Safety http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9846 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9846 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9847 Government of the State of Colorado <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.colorado.gov/" target="_self">State of Colorado</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.colorado.gov/governor/" target="_self">John Hickenlooper</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Centennial State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Denver</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">38th state to join the United States, on August 1, 1876</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Nil Sine Numine</dt><dd>Translation: Nothing without the Deity</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.colorado.gov/dpa/doit/archives/history/symbemb.htm" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-800-970-3468 <a href="http://www.colorado.gov/apps/feedback/emailColoradoGov.faces" target="_self">E-mail Colorado.gov</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.colorado.com/" target="_self">Colorado Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pSiLwm  43.39998 Mar 22 2013 04:01:41:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9847 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9848 Government of the State of Connecticut <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.ct.gov/" target="_self">State of Connecticut</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.ct.gov/malloy/" target="_self">Dannel P. Malloy</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Constitution State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Hartford</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">5th state to join the United States, on January 9, 1788</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Qui Transtulit Sustinet</dt><dd>Translation: He Who is Transplanted Still Sustains</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.ct.gov/ctportal/cwp/view.asp?a=885&q=246586" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-888-703-5410 or 1-860-622-2200 <a href="http://www.ct.gov/ctportal/cwp/view.asp?a=843&q=431930" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.ctvisit.com/" target="_self">Connecticut Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/o7hUiH  44.66666 Mar 22 2013 04:10:40:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9848 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9849 Government of the State of Delaware <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.delaware.gov/" target="_self">State of Delaware</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.delaware.gov/" target="_self">Jack Markell</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The First State Also: The Diamond State, The Blue Hen State, Small Wonder</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Dover</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">First state to join the United States, on December 7, 1787</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Liberty and Independence</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://delaware.gov/facts/" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-800-464-4357 Out-of-state: 1-800-273-9500 E-mail: <a href="mailto:gic@delaware.gov">gic@delaware.gov</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitdelaware.com/" target="_self">Delaware Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nUXu3A  45.99999 Mar 22 2013 03:42:35:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9849 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9850 Government of the State of Florida <table style="font-size: 85%;" border="0" cellpading="0" width="90%"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.myflorida.com/" target="_self">State of Florida</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.flgov.com/" target="_self">Rick Scott</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Sunshine State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Tallahassee</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">27th state to join the United States, on March 3,1845</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: In God we Trust</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.flheritage.com/facts/symbols/" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-866-693-6748 or 1-850-488-1234 <a href="http://www.myflorida.com/email_addresses/" target="_self">E-mail Addresses</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://www.visitflorida.com/" target="_self">Florida Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a target="_self" href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a target="_self" href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a target="_self" href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400">State Governors</a></li><li><a target="_self" href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qiKsM8  59.46665 Mar 21 2013 04:10:39:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9850 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9851 Government of the State of Georgia <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.georgia.gov/" target="_self">State of Georgia</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://gov.georgia.gov/" target="_self">Nathan Deal</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Peach State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Atlanta</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">4th state to join the United States, on January 2, 1788</td></tr><tr><td style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Wisdom, Justice and Moderation</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://georgiainfo.galileo.usg.edu/gasymbol.htm " target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1.800.GEORGIA (436.7442) or 1.678.436.7442 <a href="http://connect.georgia.gov/pls/apex/f?p=100:30:3285127718266685" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.exploregeorgia.org/" target="_self">Georgia Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nBvGJP  57.43334 Jan 17 2013 07:53:46:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9851 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9852 Government of the Territory of Guam <table style="FONT-SIZE: 80%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td id ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.guam.gov/" target="_self">Territory of Guam</a> (Chamorro: Guåhan)</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td id ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.guam.gov/" target="_self">Eddie Calvo</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td id ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Hagåtña</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="4" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Guam is an organized unincorporated territory of the United States, and an island in the western Pacific Ocean. It is the largest and southernmost island in the Mariana Islands archipelago, which also includes the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9881" target="_self">Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands</a>. Guam became a U.S. territory in 1898 and falls under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Navy. The Guam Organic Act of 1950 gave U.S. citizenship to Guamanians and established the territory's government. The Act also transferred federal jurisdiction over Guam from the U.S. Navy to the <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10607" target="_self">Department of the Interior (DOI)</a>.</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt headers ="description">Motto: Where America's Day Begins</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Time Difference: UTC +10 (15 hours ahead of Washington, D.C.)</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitguam.org/" target="_self">Guam Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.doi.gov/oia/igia/" target="_self">Interagency Group on Insular Areas (IGIA)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pejCKm  112.23333 Mar 21 2013 07:20:06:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9852 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9853 Government of the State of Hawaii <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.ehawaii.gov/" target="_self">State of Hawaii</a> (Hawaiian: Moku'a-ina o Hawai'i)</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.hawaii.gov/" target="_self">Neil Abercrombie</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Aloha State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Honolulu</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="4" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">50th state to join the United States, on August 21,1959</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Hawaii recognizes English and Hawaiian (O-lelo Hawai'i) as official languages.</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Ua mau ke ea o ka aina i ka pono</dt><dd>Translation: The Life of the Land is Perpetuated in Righteousness</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://hawaii.gov/dbedt/info/economic/library/facts/symbols" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-808-586-2211 E-mail: <a href="mailto:info@ehawaii.gov">info@ehawaii.gov</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.gohawaii.com/" target="_self">Hawaii Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oNF19B  57.70000 Feb 28 2013 05:01:47:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9853 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9854 Government of the State of Iowa <TABLE style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border=0 width="90%" cellpading="0"><TBODY><TR><TH vAlign=top width="20%" align=left>Official Name:</TH><TD vAlign=top width="80%" align=left><A href="http://www.iowa.gov/" target=_self>State of Iowa</A></TD></TR><TR><TH vAlign=top width="15%" align=left>Governor:</TH><TD vAlign=top width="85%" align=left><A href="http://www.governor.iowa.gov/" target=_self>Terry Branstad</A></TD></TR><TR><TH style="HEIGHT: 18px" vAlign=top width="15%" align=left>Nickname:</TH><TD vAlign=top width="85%" align=left>The Hawkeye State</TD></TR><TR><TH style="HEIGHT: 18px" vAlign=top width="15%" align=left>Capital:</TH><TD vAlign=top width="85%" align=left>Des Moines</TD></TR><TR><TH vAlign=top rowSpan=3 width="15%" align=left>Quick Facts:</TH><TD vAlign=top width="85%" align=left>29th state to join the United States, on December 28, 1846</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top width="85%" align=left><DL style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><DT>Motto: Our Liberties We Prize, and Our Rights We Will Maintain</DT></DL></TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top width="85%" align=left><A href="http://publications.iowa.gov/135/1/profile/8-1.html" target=_self>State Symbols</A></TD></TR><TR><TH vAlign=top width="15%" align=left>Information:</TH><TD vAlign=top width="85%" align=left>1-515-281-5011</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.traveliowa.com/" target=_self>Iowa Travel and Tourism Information</A></LI><LI><A href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target=_self>State Maps</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target=_self>Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target=_self>State Agencies and Services</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target=_self>State Governors</A></LI><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target=_self>State Secretaries of State</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qhEN9K  43.56664 Mar 18 2013 09:03:34:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9854 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9855 Government of the State of Idaho <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.idaho.gov/" target="_self">State of Idaho</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://gov.idaho.gov/" target="_self">C. L. "Butch" Otter</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Gem State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Boise</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">43rd state to join the United States, on July 3, 1890</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Esto Perpetua</dt><dd>Translation: Let it be Perpetual</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.idaho.gov/aboutidaho/facts.html" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-800-926-2588 <a href="http://www.idahocareline.org/" target="_self">Idaho CareLine</a> <a href="http://www.accessidaho.org/public/portal/contact.html?ScriptForm.contactformstep=general" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitidaho.org/" target="_self">Idaho Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oj2OFd  48.86669 Mar 25 2013 02:59:52:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9855 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9856 Government of the State of Illinois <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.illinois.gov/" target="_self">State of Illinois</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www2.illinois.gov/Gov" target="_self">Pat Quinn</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Land of Lincoln or Prairie State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Springfield</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">21st state to join the United States, on December 3, 1818</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: State Sovereignty, National Union</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.illinois.gov/about/Pages/StateSymbols.aspx" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1.312.793.3500 Chicago 1.217.782.2000 Springfield <a href="http://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/ContactUs.aspx" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.enjoyillinois.com/" target="_self">Illinois Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/o5IEf3  54.73335 Jan 24 2013 08:54:41:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9856 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9857 Complaints: Illegal Dumping by Ships/Boats <head><META name=GENERATOR content="MSHTML 8.00.6001.19400"></head><body>Fishing nets, lines, and lures, rope, bait boxes, light sticks, galley waste, trash, plastic bags, and other materials can accidentally fall, blow, or wash off vessels into the water and become marine debris. However, individuals may also throw objects overboard on purpose.To report illegal dumping in any body of water (including oceans, rivers, streams, lakes, and ponds):<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Call the <A href="http://www.nrc.uscg.mil/nrchp.html" target=_self>National Response Center (NRC)</A> at 1-800-424-8802 or 1-202-267-2675<LI><A href="http://www.nrc.uscg.mil/pls/apex/f?p=201:1:0:::::" target=_self>File a report with the NRC online</A></LI></UL>Federal, State, and International Laws That Regulate Dumping<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/history/topics/mprsa/" target=_self>Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (Ocean Dumping Act)</A> <LI><A href="http://epw.senate.gov/atppfs.pdf" target=_self>Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships (APPS)</A> (PDF | requires <A href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target=_self>Adobe Acrobat Reader</A>) <LI><A href="http://www.epa.gov/lawsregs/laws/cwa.html" target=_self>Clean Water Act (CWA)</A> <LI><A href="http://www.imo.org/About/Conventions/ListOfConventions/Pages/International-Convention-for-the-Prevention-of-Pollution-from-Ships-(MARPOL).aspx" target=_self>International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://water.epa.gov/type/oceb/marinedebris/prevention_vessel.cfm" target=_self>Vessel Waste</A> <LI><A href="http://water.epa.gov/aboutow/owow/programs/vesseldisch.cfm" target=_self>Vessel Discharges</A> <LI><A href="http://oceanexplorer.noaa.gov/explorations/deepeast01/background/dumping/dumping.html" target=_self>National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA): Ocean Dumping</A> <LI><A href="http://water.epa.gov/type/oceb/oceandumping/dredgedmaterial/dumpdredged.cfm" target=_self>Ocean Dumping and Dredged Material Management</A> <LI><A href="http://www.uscg.mil/top/missions/marineenvironmentalprotection.asp" target=_self>U.S. Coast Guard (USCG): Marine Environmental Protection Program</A> <LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11465" target=_self>Water Pollution</A> </LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nR1RKH </body> 35.36667 Mar 7 2013 03:52:40:000PM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9857 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9857 Environment, Energy and Agriculture Environment http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9857 Environment, Energy and Agriculture http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9858 Government of the State of Indiana <table style="FONT-SIZE: 80%" border="0" width="100%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.in.gov/" target="_self">State of Indiana</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.in.gov/gov/" target="_self">Mike Pence</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Hoosier State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Indianapolis</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">19th state to join the United States, on December 11, 1816</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: The Crossroads of America</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.in.gov/gov/2366.htm" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-800-45-STATE (1-800-457-8283) or 1-317-233-0800 E-mail <a href="mailto:stinfo@sic.IN.gov">stinfo@sic.IN.gov</a> <a href="http://www.in.gov/core/help.html" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a> </td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.in.gov/visitindiana/" target="_self">Indiana Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nUxML5  37.53334 Mar 25 2013 09:04:55:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9858 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9859 Government of the State of Kansas <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.kansas.gov/" target="_self">State of Kansas</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.ks.gov/" target="_self">Sam Brownback</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Sunflower State Also: The Wheat State, The JayHawker State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Topeka</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">34th state to join the United States, on January 29, 1861</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Ad Astra Per Aspera</dt><dd>Translation: To the Stars through Difficulty</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.kshs.org/kansapedia/kansas-symbols/17169" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-785-296-0111 <a href="http://www.kansas.gov/help-center/contact-us/" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.travelks.com/" target="_self">Kansas Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/ngQLYR  39.00000 Mar 25 2013 08:22:48:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9859 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9860 Government of the Commonwealth of Kentucky <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://kentucky.gov/" target="_self">Commonwealth of Kentucky</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.ky.gov/" target="_self">Steven Beshear</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Bluegrass State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Frankfort</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">15th state to join the United States, on June 1, 1792</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: United We Stand, Divided We Fall</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://sos.ky.gov/kids/all/symbols/" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-502-564-3130 TTY: 1-502-564-6500 <a href="http://kentucky.gov/helpcenter/" target="_self">Kentucky.gov Help Center</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.kentuckytourism.com/" target="_self">Kentucky Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pWD2dK  51.10001 Mar 21 2013 07:24:19:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9860 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9861 Government of the State of Louisiana <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://louisiana.gov/" target="_self">State of Louisiana</a> (French: État de Louisiane)</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://gov.louisiana.gov/" target="_self">Bobby Jindal</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Bayou State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Baton Rouge</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">18th state to join the United States, on April 30, 1812</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Union, Justice, and Confidence</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://doa.louisiana.gov/about_emblems.htm" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description"valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-800-256-7777 (Statewide) 1-225-342-6600 (Baton Rouge) <a href="http://louisiana.gov/Services/Contacts/" target="_self">State Contacts</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.louisianatravel.com/" target="_self">Louisiana Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pqyXcu  46.89999 Mar 25 2013 08:29:45:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9861 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9862 Government of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.mass.gov/" target="_self">Commonwealth of Massachusetts</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.mass.gov/governor/" target="_self">Deval Patrick</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Bay State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Boston</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">6th state to join the United States, on February 6, 1788</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Ense Petit Placidam Sub Libertate Quietem</dt><dd>Translation: By the Sword We Seek Peace, But Only Under Liberty</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.sec.state.ma.us/cis/cismaf/mf1a.htm" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-800-392-6090 1-617-727-7030 E-mail <a href="mailto:cis@sec.state.ma.us">cis@sec.state.ma.us</a> <a href="http://www.mass.gov/portal/help.html" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.massvacation.com/" target="_self">Massachusetts Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/phtak9  42.33334 Mar 22 2013 02:14:14:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9862 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9863 Government of the State of Maryland <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.maryland.gov/" target="_self">State of Maryland</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.gov.state.md.us/" target="_self">Martin O'Malley</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 34px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Free State Also: The Old Line State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Annapolis</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">7th state to join the United States, on April 28, 1788</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Fatti Maschii, Parole Femine</dt><dd>Translation 1: Manly Deeds, Womanly Words</dd><dd>Translation 2: Strong Deeds, Gentle Words</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.mdkidspage.org/statesymbols.htm" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-877-634-6361 <a href="http://www.maryland.gov/pages/ContactUs.aspx" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitmaryland.org/" target="_self">Maryland Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rd7xys  43.80000 Mar 21 2013 07:30:48:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9863 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9864 Government of the State of Maine <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="100%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.maine.gov/" target="_self">State of Maine</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.maine.gov/governor/lepage/" target="_self">Paul LePage</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Pine Tree State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Augusta</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">23rd state to join the United States, on March 15, 1820</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Dirigo Translation: I Lead</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.maine.gov/portal/facts_history/facts.html" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1.207.287.5608 1.888.577.6690 (TTY) <a href="http://server.iad.liveperson.net/hc/5031878/?cmd=file&file=visitorWantsToChat&site=5031878&byhref=1&SESSIONVAR!skill=Maine.gov&imageUrl=https://www.maine.gov/livehelp" target="_self">Maine.gov LiveHelp</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitmaine.com/" target="_self">Maine Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nIB4Xa  38.70000 Jan 31 2013 06:26:37:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9864 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9865 Government of the State of Michigan <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.michigan.gov/" target="_self">State of Michigan</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.michigan.gov/snyder/" target="_self">Rick Snyder</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Great Lakes State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Lansing</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">26th state to join the United States, on January 26, 1837</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Si Quaeris Peninsulam Amoenam Circumspice Translation: If You Seek a Pleasant Peninsula, Look About You</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-54463_54466_20829-56001--,00.html#symbols" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-877-WEB-MICH (1-877-932-6424) <a href="http://www.michigan.gov/som/0,1607,7-192-32874-146--,00.html" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.michigan.org/" target="_self">Michigan Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oVezV3  55.90000 Mar 20 2013 08:37:26:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9865 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9866 National Center for Missing and Exploited Children The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) provides resources for families and law enforcement officials to assist in the recovery of missing children and to prevent the victimization of children. <A href="http://www.missingkids.com/missingkids/servlet/PageServlet?LanguageCountry=en_US&PageId=244" target=_self>If your child is missing</A>, act immediately by searching your home. If, after a search of your home you cannot locate your child, call local law enforcement and then contact the NCMEC.To Report a Sighting or Have Information about a Missing Child<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI>Call the NCMEC Call Center at 1-800-THE-LOST® (1-800-843-5678) 24 hours a day<LI>Use the online <A href="http://www.missingkids.com/missingkids/servlet/PageServlet?LanguageCountry=en_US&PageId=992" target=_self>Push to Talk™ system</A></LI></UL>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<UL style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class=one_column_bullet><LI><A href="http://www.missingkids.com/" target=_self>National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC)</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11738" target=_self>AMBER Alerts</A><LI><A href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11386" target=_self>Safety Tips: Kids and Teens</A></LI></UL>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/Awmjxn  56.06667 Mar 22 2013 05:39:52:000PM Public Safety and Law Public Safety http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9866 Public Safety and Law http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9867 Government of the State of Minnesota <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.state.mn.us/" target="_self">State of Minnesota</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://mn.gov/governor/" target="_self">Mark Dayton</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Land of 10,000 Lakes</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Saint Paul</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">32nd state to join the United States, on May 11, 1858</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: L’Etoile du Nord Translation: Star of the North</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.leg.state.mn.us/leg/symbols.asp" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-800-657-3717 or 1-651-201-3400</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.exploreminnesota.com/" target="_self">Minnesota Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qUiOUi  46.23333 Mar 25 2013 08:33:57:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9867 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9868 Government of the State of Missouri <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.mo.gov/" target="_self">State of Missouri</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.mo.gov/" target="_self">Jeremiah W. (Jay) Nixon</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Show-Me State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Jefferson City</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">24th state to join the United States, on August 10, 1821</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Salus Populi Suprema Lex Esto</dt><dd>Translation: Let The Welfare of The People Be The Supreme Law</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.sos.mo.gov/symbols/" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-573-751-2000 <a href="http://www.mo.gov/contact/" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitmo.com/" target="_self">Missouri Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/px8Qay  47.59998 Mar 21 2013 07:34:17:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9868 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9869 Government of the State of Mississippi <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.new.ms.gov/" target="_self">State of Mississippi</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.governorbryant.com/" target="_self">Phil Bryant</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 34px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Magnolia State Also: The Hospitality State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Jackson</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">20th state to join the United States, on December 10, 1817</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Virtute et Armis</dt><dd>Translation: By Valor and Arms</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.new.ms.gov/content/Pages/Symbols.aspx" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-877-290-9487 <a href="http://www.new.ms.gov/content/Pages/Contacts.aspx" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitmississippi.org/" target="_self">Mississippi Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/ovUyhA  40.33333 Mar 25 2013 08:35:30:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9869 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9871 Government of the State of Montana <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://mt.gov/" target="_self">State of Montana</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.mt.gov/" target="_self">Steve Bullock</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Treasure State Also: Big Sky Country, The Mountain State, The Bonanza State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Helena</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 74px" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">41st state to join the United States, on November 8, 1889</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Oro y Plata</dt><dd>Translation: Gold and Silver</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.mhs.mt.gov/education/studentguide/Symbols.asp" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 34px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-406-444-2511 1-406-444-1421 (TTY) <a href="http://mt.gov/ContactUs.mcpx" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitmt.com/" target="_self">Montana Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/n6kYGf  54.06667 Mar 25 2013 08:43:37:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9871 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9872 Government of the State of North Carolina <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.nc.gov/" target="_self">State of North Carolina</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.governor.state.nc.us/" target="_self">Pat McCrory</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Tar Heel State Also: The Old North State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Raleigh</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">12th state to join the United States, on November 21, 1789</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Esse Quam Videri</dt><dd>Translation: To be, Rather Than to Seem</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.secretary.state.nc.us/kidspg/symbols.htm" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-800-662-7030 <a href="http://www.governor.state.nc.us/contact/" target="_self">CareLine</a> 1-877-452-2514 (TTY) 1-919-733-1110 State Operator</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitnc.com/" target="_self">North Carolina Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nY9ib1  48.60000 Mar 25 2013 08:55:19:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9872 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9873 Government of the State of North Dakota <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.nd.gov/" target="_self">State of North Dakota</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.nd.gov/" target="_self">Jack Dalrymple</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Peace Garden State Also: The Flickertail State, The Roughrider State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Bismarck</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">39th state to join the United States, on November 2, 1889</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Liberty and Union Now and Forever, One and Inseparable</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.nd.gov/category.htm?id=75" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-701-328-2000 <a href="http://www.nd.gov/contactus.htm" target="_self">Submit your comments, questions, and feedback.</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.ndtourism.com/" target="_self">North Dakota Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oDvnXD  38.63335 Mar 26 2013 07:59:49:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9873 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9874 Government of the State of Nebraska <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.nebraska.gov/" target="_self">State of Nebraska</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.governor.nebraska.gov/" target="_self">Dave Heineman</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Cornhusker State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Lincoln</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">37th state to join the United States, on March 1, 1867</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Equality Before the Law</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.sos.state.ne.us/ne_symbols.html" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1.402.471.2311</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitnebraska.gov/" target="_self">Nebraska Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rjAKYQ  27.63333 Feb 8 2013 09:05:00:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9874 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9875 Government of the State of New Hampshire <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.nh.gov/" target="_self">State of New Hampshire</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.governor.nh.gov/" target="_self">Maggie Hassan</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Granite State Also: The Mother of Rivers, The White Mountain State, The Switzerland of America</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Concord</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">9th state to join the United States, on June 21, 1788</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Live Free or Die</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.visitnh.gov/welcome-to-nh/state-facts.aspx" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-603-271-1110 <a href="http://www.nh.gov/contact.html" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitnh.gov/" target="_self">New Hampshire Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rsJf7n  44.70001 Feb 20 2013 07:20:55:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9875 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9876 Government of the State of New Jersey <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.nj.gov/" target="_self">State of New Jersey</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.nj.gov/governor/" target="_self">Chris Christie</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Garden State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Trenton</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">3rd state to join the United States, on December 18, 1787</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Liberty and Prosperity</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.nj.gov/njfacts/njsymbol.htm" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-609-292-2121 <a href="http://www.nj.gov/nj/feedback.html" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitnj.org/" target="_self">New Jersey Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qjigYO  46.93333 Mar 26 2013 08:03:13:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9876 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9877 Government of the State of New Mexico <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.newmexico.gov/" target="_self">State of New Mexico</a> (Spanish: Estado de Nuevo México)</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.governor.state.nm.us/" target="_self">Susana Martinez</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 34px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Land of Enchantment (Spanish: Tierra del Encanto) Also: The Colorful State, The Spanish State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Santa Fe</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">47th state to join the United States, on January 6, 1912</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Crescit Eundo</dt><dd>Translation: It Grows as it Goes</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt><a href="http://www.sos.state.nm.us/Kids_Corner/State_Symbols.aspx" target="_self">State Symbols</a></dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1.800.825.6639</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.newmexico.org/" target="_self">New Mexico Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oUL0OD  45.76668 Jan 11 2013 05:59:16:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9877 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9878 Government of the State of Nevada <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="95%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://nv.gov/" target="_self">State of Nevada</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://gov.nv.gov/" target="_self">Brian Sandoval</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Silver State Also: The Sagebrush State, The Battle Born State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Carson City</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">36th state to join the United States, on October 31, 1864</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: All for Our Country</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.leg.state.nv.us/General/NVFacts/" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-800-992-0900 1-775-684-1000 Northern Nevada 1-702-486-3000 Southern Nevada</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://travelnevada.com/" target="_self">Nevada Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nGNLcK  40.49999 Mar 29 2013 06:47:39:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9878 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9879 Government of the State of New York <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.ny.gov/" target="_self">State of New York</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.governor.ny.gov/" target="_self">Andrew M. Cuomo</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Empire State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Albany</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">11th state to join the United States, on July 26, 1788</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Excelsior</dt><dd>Translation: Ever Upward</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/reference/emblems.htm" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-518-474-8390 <a href="http://www.governor.ny.gov/contact/stateContactForm.php" target="_self">E-mail NY State</a> <a href="http://www.ny.gov/contactus/" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.iloveny.com/" target="_self">New York Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pdhk71  1.06667 Mar 22 2013 02:04:57:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9879 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9881 Government of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands <table style="FONT-SIZE: 80%" border="0" width="100%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="WIDTH: 80px" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" style="WIDTH: 318px" valign="top" width="80%" align="left">Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (Chamorro: Sankattan Siha Na Islas Mariånas)</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://gov.mp/" target="_self">Benigno Repeki Fitial</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Saipan</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Northern Mariana Islands are a group of 15 islands in the western Pacific Ocean. Along with the island of <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9852" target="_self">Guam</a>, they comprise the Mariana Islands archipelago. For a time, after World War II, the United States governed over the islands as part of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands. The Northern Marianas chose to become a part of the American political family by popular vote in 1975. The country adopted its constitution in 1977, and its first constitutional government took office in 1978. Although the country is independent, they still maintain close ties with the U.S. and are eligible to receive funds from U.S. federal agencies.</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Time Difference: UTC +10 (15 hours ahead of Washington, D.C.)</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.mymarianas.com/" target="_self">Northern Mariana Islands Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.doi.gov/oia/igia/" target="_self">Interagency Group on Insular Areas (IGIA)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pXNvEr  95.63335 Jan 11 2013 05:44:25:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9881 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9882 Government of the State of Ohio <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.ohio.gov/" target="_self">State of Ohio</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.ohio.gov/" target="_self">John Kasich</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Buckeye State Also: Birthplace of Aviation</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Columbus</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">17th state to join the United States, on March 1, 1803</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: With God, All Things Are Possible</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.governorsresidence.ohio.gov/children/symbols.aspx" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-614-466-2000 <a href="http://www.ohio.gov/help/" target="_self">Ohio.gov Help Center</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://consumer.discoverohio.com/" target="_self">Ohio Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/p0DLnc  55.60002 Mar 26 2013 08:21:46:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9882 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9883 Government of the State of Oklahoma <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.ok.gov/" target="_self">State of Oklahoma</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.ok.gov/governor/" target="_self">Mary Fallin</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Sooner State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Oklahoma City</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">46th state to join the United States, on November 16, 1907</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Labor Omnia Vincit</dt><dd>Translation: Labor Conquers All Things</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.ok.gov/osfdocs/stinfo.html" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-405-521-2011 <a href="http://www.ok.gov/about/contactus.html" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://oklahomatourismcenter.com/" target="_self">Oklahoma Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oUz9NR  45.16668 Mar 28 2013 08:45:43:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9883 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9884 Government of the State of Oregon <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.oregon.gov/" target="_self">State of Oregon</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.oregon.gov/" target="_self">John Kitzhaber</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Beaver State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Salem</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">33rd state to join the United States, on February 14, 1859</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Alis Volat Propriis</dt><dd>Translation: She Flies with Her Own Wings</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.sos.state.or.us/bbook/kids/symbols/symbols.htm" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-503-378-4582</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.traveloregon.com/" target="_self">Oregon Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/o6Kpoj  41.70000 Mar 28 2013 08:28:52:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9884 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9885 Government of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.pa.gov/" target="_self">Commonwealth of Pennsylvania</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.state.pa.us/" target="_self">Tom Corbett</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Keystone State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Harrisburg</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">2nd state to join the United States, on December 12, 1787</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Virtue, Liberty, Independence</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt?open=512&objID=4280&&PageID=478690&level=4&css=L4&mode=2" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.pa.gov/" target="_self">PA.gov</a> provides links to PA state agencies and online services.</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitpa.com/" target="_self">Pennsylvania Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oTnimq  78.69997 Feb 20 2013 07:13:02:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9885 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9886 Government of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico <table style="font-size: 85%;" border="0" width="90%"><tbody><tr><th id="type" width="20%" valign="top" align="left">Official Name:</th><td id="value" width="80%" valign="top" align="left"><a href="http://www.gobierno.pr/" target="_self">Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico</a> (Commonwealth of Puerto Rico)</td></tr> <tr><th headers="type" valign="top" align="left">Governor:</th><td headers="value" valign="top" align="left"><a href="http://www.fortaleza.gobierno.pr/es/biografia/" target="_self">Alejandro Javier García Padilla</a></td></tr><tr><th headers="type" valign="top" align="left">Nickname:</th><td headers="value" valign="top" align="left">La isla del encanto (The Island of Enchantment)</td></tr><tr><th headers="type" valign="top" align="left">Capital:</th><td headers="value" valign="top" align="left">San Juan</td></tr><tr><th headers="type" valign="top" align="left" rowspan="4">Quick Facts:</th><td headers="value" valign="top" align="left">Puerto Rico is a self-governing, unincorporated territory of the United States located in the Caribbean, approximately 1,280 miles (2,000 km) southeast of Florida. Its territory is an archipielago composed of the main island (Puerto Rico, which the indigenous Taíno people also refer to as Borikén), and a number of lesser islands and cays. Puerto Rico has been a U.S. possession since 1898. It became a commonwealth in 1952. Puerto Rican citizens became U.S. citizens in 1917.</td></tr><tr><td headers="value" valign="top" align="left">Motto: Joannes est nomen eius Translation: Juan es su nombre (John is his name)</td></tr><tr><td headers="value" valign="top" align="left"><a href="http://www2.pr.gov/SobrePuertoRico/SimbolosNacionales/Pages/SimbolosNacionales.aspx" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers="value" valign="top" align="left">Time Difference: UTC -4 (one hour ahead of Washington, D.C.)</td></tr><tr><th headers="type" valign="top" align="left">Information:</th><td headers="value" valign="top" align="left">1-787-722-2121</td></tr></tbody></table>Please note: Because the official language of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico is Spanish, many Commonwealth government websites are only available in this language.Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li><a href="http://www.seepuertorico.com/" target="_self">Puerto Rico Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11985" target="_self">Vital Records: Puerto Rico Birth Certificates</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/ndXTVh  22.23333 Mar 11 2013 07:05:44:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9886 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9887 Complaints: Hotels and Motels To complain about service or accommodations at a hotel or motel:<ul class="one_column_bullet" style="padding-top: 0px;"><li>Direct your complaint to the establishment's manager or customer service line.</li><li>Contact the regional manager or another senior executive if you feel your complaint was not handled properly.</li><li>If you cannot resolve the matter through the company, contact:<ul style="padding-top: 0px; font-size: 125%;" type="disc"><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12229" target="_self">Better Business Bureau</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12259" target="_self">A state consumer protection office</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12226" target="_self">Federal Trade Commission (FTC)</a></li></ul></li><li>Consider consulting with a <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9725" target="_self">licensed attorney</a>, or filing a case in a local <a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11970" target="_self">small claims court</a>, if the complaint is severe.</li></ul>When making your complaint, provide all of the relevant information, including dates, room number, staff names, and any other applicable detail.USA.gov provides a range of information on <a href="http://www.usa.gov/topics/consumer.shtml" target="_self">consumer protection</a>. This includes useful <a href="http://www.usa.gov/topics/consumer/complaint.shtml" target="_self">resources for filing a complaint</a> and a <a href="http://www.usa.gov/topics/consumer/complaint/complaint-letter.shtml" target="_self">sample complaint letter</a>.The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/mOyFnR  103.79999 Feb 14 2013 04:35:14:000PM Consumer Issues Complaints http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9887 Consumer Issues http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9887 Travel and Recreation Travel http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9887 Travel and Recreation http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9888 Government of the State of Rhode Island <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.ri.gov/" target="_self">State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.governor.ri.gov/" target="_self">Lincoln Chafee</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Ocean State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Providence</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">13th state to join the United States, on May 29, 1790</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Hope</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.ri.gov/facts/factsfigures.php" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-401-222-2000 <a href="http://www.ri.gov/help/" target="_self">Rhode Island Help</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.visitrhodeisland.com/" target="_self">Rhode Island Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/o4NlcY  38.63333 Mar 21 2013 05:05:42:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9888 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9890 Government of the State of South Carolina <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.sc.gov/" target="_self">State of South Carolina</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.governor.sc.gov/" target="_self">Nikki R. Haley</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Palmetto State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Columbia</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">8th state to join the United States, on May 23, 1788</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto 1: Dum Spiro Spero</dt><dd>Translation: While I Breathe, I Hope</dd><dt>Motto 2: Animis Opibusque Parati</dt><dd>Translation: Ready in Soul and Resource</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.scstatehouse.gov/studentpage/coolstuff/symbols.shtml" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-803-896-0000 <a href="http://www.sc.gov/Pages/ContactUs.aspx" target="_self">Contact SC.GOV</a> <a href="http://www.sc.gov/Pages/help.aspx" target="_self">Help Center</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.discoversouthcarolina.com/" target="_self">South Carolina Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/n8QfOB  40.10002 Mar 29 2013 06:35:29:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9890 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9891 Government of the State of South Dakota <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://sd.gov/" target="_self">State of South Dakota</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://sd.gov/governor/" target="_self">Dennis Daugaard</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Mount Rushmore State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Pierre</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">40th state to join the United States, on November 2, 1889</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Under God the People Rule</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://thune.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/south-dakota?p=state-facts&IsLowBandwidth=NO" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-605-773-3011</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.travelsd.com/" target="_self">South Dakota Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/rrIShe  43.16668 Mar 21 2013 07:37:51:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9891 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9892 Government of the State of Tennessee <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.tn.gov/" target="_self">State of Tennessee</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.tn.gov/governor/" target="_self">Bill Haslam</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Volunteer State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Nashville</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 58px" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">16th state to join the United States, on June 1, 1796</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Agriculture and Commerce</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://tennessee.gov/education/websymbs.shtml" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1.615.355.8066 <a href="http://www.tn.gov/help/" target="_self">TN.gov Help</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.tnvacation.com/" target="_self">Tennessee Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nTW3PZ  39.53335 Feb 8 2013 09:45:19:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9892 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9893 Government of the State of Texas <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id="category"></th><th id="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.texas.gov/" target="_self">State of Texas</a></td></tr><tr><td headers="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.governor.state.tx.us/" target="_self">Rick Perry</a></td></tr><tr><td headers="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Lone Star State</td></tr><tr><td headers="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Austin</td></tr><tr><td headers="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">28th state to join the United States, on December 29, 1845</td></tr><tr><td headers="category" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl headers="description" style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Friendship</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ref/abouttx/symbols.html" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-877-541-7905 TTY: 1-877-833-4211 <a href="http://www.texas.gov/en/about/Pages/contact-us.aspx" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.traveltex.com/" target="_self">Texas Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pQGBiw  65.53334 Feb 18 2013 10:10:22:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9893 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9894 Government of the State of Utah <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id="category"></th><th id="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.utah.gov/" target="_self">State of Utah</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.utah.gov/governor/" target="_self">Gary R. Herbert</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Beehive State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Salt Lake City</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">45th state to join the United States, on January 4, 1896</td></tr><tr><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Industry</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.utah.gov/about/symbols.html" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1.801.538.3000 <a href="http://www.utah.gov/contact.html" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.utah.com/" target="_self">Utah Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/mVVK9g  41.16666 Feb 14 2013 08:05:28:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9894 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9895 Government of the Commonwealth of Virginia <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.virginia.gov/" target="_self">Commonwealth of Virginia</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category"valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.governor.virginia.gov/" target="_self">Bob McDonnell</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category"valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Old Dominion Also: Mother of Presidents</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category"valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Richmond</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category"valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">10th state to join the United States, on June 25, 1788</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Sic Semper Tyrannis</dt><dd>Translation: Thus Always to Tyrants</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://hodcap.state.va.us/publications/KeyToVGA.pdf" target="_self">State Symbols</a> (PDF | requires <A href="http://get.adobe.com/reader/" target=_self>Adobe Acrobat Reader</a>)</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-800-422-2319 or 1-804-786-0000 <a href="http://portal.virginia.gov/contact/" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.virginia.org/" target="_self">Virginia Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pGnnPU  55.30001 Mar 13 2013 02:37:18:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9895 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9896 Government of the State of Vermont <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.vermont.gov/" target="_self">State of Vermont</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.vermont.gov/" target="_self">Peter Shumlin</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Green Mountain State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Montpelier</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">14th state to join the United States, on March 4, 1791</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Freedom and Unity</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://libraries.vermont.gov/general/emblems/" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-866-652-4636 inside the state 1-802-652-4636 outside the state <a href="http://www.vermont.gov/portal/help/contact.php" target="_self">Additional Contact Information</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.vermontvacation.com/" target="_self">Vermont Travel and Recreation Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/mSwSPn  40.03333 Mar 21 2013 07:17:02:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9896 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9897 Government of the Territory of the U.S. Virgin Islands <table style="font-size: 80%;" border="0" cellpading="0" width="90%"><tbody><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://ltg.gov.vi/" target="_self">U.S. Virgin Islands</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.governordejongh.com/" target="_self">John P. deJongh Jr.</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Charlotte Amalie</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The United States Virgin Islands are an unincorporated, insular territory of the United States, located in the Caribbean. Geographically, they are part of the Virgin Islands archipelago and located in the Leeward Islands of the Lesser Antilles. The U.S. Virgin Islands consist of three main islands (Saint Croix, Saint John, and Saint Thomas), Water Island, and a number of surrounding, lesser islands. In 1917, the U.S. purchased the Danish part of the Virgin Islands for $25 million. In 1927, the U.S. granted citizenship to U.S. Virgin Islanders. The Department of the Interior (DOI) has held federal authority over the U.S. territory since 1931.</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: United in Pride and Hope</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Time Difference: UTC -4 (1 hour ahead of Washington, D.C.)</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-340-774-0001</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://usvitourism.com/" target="_self">U.S. Virgin Islands Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.doi.gov/oia/igia/" target="_self">Interagency Group on Insular Areas (IGIA)</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10607" target="_self">Department of the Interior (DOI)</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/qDIsIh  193.23335 Mar 12 2013 03:14:28:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9897 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9898 Government of the State of Washington <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://access.wa.gov/" target="_self">State of Washington</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.wa.gov/" target="_self">Jay Inslee</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Evergreen State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" style="HEIGHT: 18px" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Olympia</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">42nd state to join the United States, on November 11, 1889</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Alki</dt><dd>Translation: By and By or Hope for the Future</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.leg.wa.gov/Symbols/" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-800-321-2808 1-360-753-5000</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.experiencewa.com/" target="_self">Washington Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/oej6dW  3.40000 Mar 25 2013 09:00:12:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9898 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9899 Government of the State of Wisconsin <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.wisconsin.gov/" target="_self">State of Wisconsin</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.wisgov.state.wi.us/" target="_self">Scott Walker</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Badger State Also: America's Dairyland</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Madison</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">30th state to join the United States, on May 29, 1848</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Forward</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.wisconsin.gov/state/core/wisconsin_state_symbols.html" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-608-266-2211</td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.travelwisconsin.com/" target="_self">Wisconsin Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/ougUBV  44.83334 Mar 20 2013 08:34:51:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9899 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9900 Government of the State of West Virginia <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.wv.gov/" target="_self">State of West Virginia</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.governor.wv.gov/" target="_self">Earl Ray Tomblin</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Mountain State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Charleston</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">35th state to join the United States, on June 20, 1863</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Montani Semper Liberi</dt><dd>Translation: Mountaineers are Always Free</dd></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt><a href="http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Educational/Kids_Page/4.html" target="_self">State Symbols</a></dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-304-558-3456 <a href="http://www.wv.gov/Pages/contact.aspx" target="_self">Comments or Suggestions</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.westvirginia.com/index2.cfm" target="_self">West Virginia Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/nOkHS5  40.76666 Mar 26 2013 08:23:57:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9900 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9901 Government of the State of Wyoming <table style="FONT-SIZE: 85%" border="0" width="90%" cellpading="0"><tbody><tr><th id ="category"></th><th id ="description"></th></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="20%" align="left">Official Name:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="80%" align="left"><a href="http://www.wyoming.gov/" target="_self">State of Wyoming</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Governor:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://governor.wy.gov/" target="_self">Matt Mead</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Nickname:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">The Equality State Also: Big Wyoming, The Cowboy State</td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Capital:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">Cheyenne</td></tr><tr><th headers ="category" valign="top" rowspan="3" width="15%" align="left">Quick Facts:</th><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">44th state to join the United States, on July 10, 1890</td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><dl style="MARGIN-TOP: 0pt; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0pt"><dt>Motto: Equal Rights</dt></dl></td></tr><tr><td valign="top" width="85%" align="left"><a href="http://www.wyoming.gov/general.aspx" target="_self">State Symbols</a></td></tr><tr><td headers ="category" valign="top" width="15%" align="left">Information:</td><td headers ="description" valign="top" width="85%" align="left">1-307-777-7220 E-mail: <a href="mailto:webmaster@state.wy.us">webmaster@state.wy.us</a></td></tr></tbody></table>Need More Information? Try These Additional Resources:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li><a href="http://www.wyomingtourism.org/" target="_self">Wyoming Travel and Tourism Information</a></li><li><a href="http://www.usa.gov/Topics/State-Maps.shtml" target="_self">State Maps</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=9902" target="_self">Other State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=10234" target="_self">State Agencies and Services</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=11400" target="_self">State Governors</a></li><li><a href="http://answers.usa.gov/system/selfservice.controller?CONFIGURATION=1000&PARTITION_ID=1&CMD=VIEW_ARTICLE&USERTYPE=1&LANGUAGE=en&COUNTRY=US&ARTICLE_ID=12422" target="_self">State Secretaries of State</a></li></ul>The short link for this FAQ is http://1.usa.gov/pHDNYX  40.93333 Mar 21 2013 04:07:41:000PM Reference and General Government Agencies http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9901 Reference and General Government http://answers.usa.gov/system/web/view/selfservice/templates/USAgov/egredirect.jsp?p_faq_id=9902 State, Commonwealth, and Territorial Governments To find information on the states, commonwealths, and territories of the United States, you may:<ul style="PADDING-TOP: 0px" class="one_column_bullet"><li>Browse <a href="http://www.ipl.org/div/stateknow/" target=&