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 MSN Encarta - Department of State
State, Department of, department of the executive branch of the United States federal government, whose principal responsibility is the conduct, under the direction of the president, of United States foreign policy.
Contact between other nations and the United States is maintained by the State Department through the representatives of foreign governments in the United States and, abroad, through the diplomatic and consular offices of the U.S. Foreign Service.
The Department of State is administered by the secretary of state, who is appointed by the president with the approval of the Senate.
encarta.msn.com /encnet/refpages/RefArticle.aspx?refid=761559201   (728 words)

  
 United States Department of State - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The State Department became the center of controversy during McCarthyism in the mid-20th century, as a number of government officials were interrogated and sometimes fllisted for alleged spy activity for the Soviet Union.
Recent declassified Soviet documents have confirmed the existence of some spies within the department, though the anti-communist "witch hunt" also caused many innocent individuals to suffer the loss of their careers and reputations.
The Department of State conducts these activities with a workforce of Civil Service employees.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/United_States_Department_of_State   (908 words)

  
 UNITED STATES INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY - WHO WE ARE
The Department of State is the lead cabinet-level agency concerned with the conduct of foreign relations throughout the world.
It serves as the focal point within the Department of State for all policy issues and activities involving the Intelligence Community.
In support of the statutory authority of the Secretary of State and Chiefs of Mission for the conduct of foreign policy and oversight of all US Government activities overseas, INR coordinates the State Department’s activities on issues concerning intelligence, security, counterintelligence, investigative, and special operations.
www.intelligence.gov /1-members_state.shtml   (862 words)

  
 Department of State   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Department of State is the primary source of foreign affairs information for the U.S. Government and is responsible for implementing the President's foreign policies.
The Department provides much of the national security and economic data used by the Government as well as most data on internal politics of foreign countries.
State Department information is not copyrighted, unless indicated, and can be reproduced without permission.
clinton4.nara.gov /WH/Cabinet/html/Department_of_State.vtx   (404 words)

  
 Department of State   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The official flag indicative of the office of Secretary of State shall be as follows: On a blue rectangular field a white disk bearing the official coat of arms of the United States adopted by the act of June 20, 1782, in proper colors.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the executive department denominated the Department of Foreign Affairs, shall hereafter be denominated the Department of State, and the principal officer therein shall hereafter be called the Secretary of State.
And be it further enacted, That the seal heretofore used by the United States in Congress assembled, shall be, and hereby is declared to be, the seal of the United States.
home.earthlink.net /~walterk1/Patr/US/DeptOfState.html   (807 words)

  
 Office of the Secretary of State - Department of State   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Secretary of State oversees an extremely diverse department with responsibilities in virtually every aspect of state government: economic development, finance, transportation, housing, education, culture and quality-of-life issues.
She is a member of the Delaware Open Space Council and the Board of the Diamond State Port Corporation.
The Secretary of State is traditionally one of the Governor's primary advisors.
www.state.de.us /sos/sos.shtml   (164 words)

  
 Department of State - SourceWatch
The U.S. Department of State (http://www.state.gov/) is headed by Secretary Condoleezza Rice.
Within the Executive Branch, the Department of State is the lead U.S. foreign affairs agency, and the Secretary of State is the President's principal foreign policy adviser.
The Department advances U.S. objectives and interests in shaping a freer, more secure, and more prosperous world through its primary role in developing and implementing the President's foreign policy.
www.sourcewatch.org /wiki.phtml?title=Department_of_State   (274 words)

  
 New York State Department of State   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance ("DTF") files tax warrants in county clerks' offices throughout the state.
Pursuant to section 6 of the Tax Law, DTF sends the Department of State a notice of the fact that such tax warrants have been filed.
The New York State Department of State is not responsible for the content of any record in the StateTax Warrant Notice Data Base, and the New York Department of State makes no representation or warranty regarding the validity or effectiveness of any record in the State Tax Warrant Data Base.
appsext4.dos.state.ny.us /stwarrants_public/st_search   (681 words)

  
 Office of Inspector General
Welcome to the website of the Office of Inspector General (OIG) for the U.S. Department of State and the Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG).
OIG inspects each of the approximately 260 embassies, diplomatic posts, and international broadcasting installations throughout the world, to determine whether policy goals are being achieved and whether the interests of the United States are being represented and advanced effectively.
OIG also audits Department and BBG operations and activities to ensure that they are as effective, efficient, and economical as possible.
oig.state.gov   (270 words)

  
 The Exchange Visitor Program – Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Its purpose is to enhance understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries through educational and cultural exchanges.
Amendments are also proposed that would require the vetting of all adult members of a host family household through a sex offender registry maintained by the respective state of residence.
Professor and Research Scholar Regulations (22 CFR 62.20) published in the Federal Register on May 19, 2005: The Department of State's Office of Exchange Coordination and Designation is pleased to announce that the professor and research scholar regulations (22 CFR 62.20) were published in the Federal Register on May 19, 2005.
exchanges.state.gov /education/jexchanges   (440 words)

  
 BPOA: Mission Statement
The State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists regulates the practice, licensure and registration of engineers, land surveyors and geologists in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in order to safeguard life, health and property and promote the general welfare.
The functions of the Board include investigating, approving or disapproving engineering, surveying, and geology applications for those desiring to be licensed in Pennsylvania.
Regulations of the State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, 49 PA. CODE, Chapter 37.
www.dos.state.pa.us /bpoa/cwp/view.asp?a=1104&q=432715   (142 words)

  
 Florida Monitor: Department of State
The Department of State seeks to facilitate public access to government, and to improve and protect the quality of life for all Floridians.
The department preserves and stores state records, provides public access to state information, administers grants and provides consultative/training services to improve local library services throughout the state.
The Department of State is funded from general revenue and trust funds.
www.oppaga.state.fl.us /profiles/4098/print.asp   (757 words)

  
 Jefferson Science Fellows at the U.S. Department of State
Recognizing this need, the Secretary of State announced, on October 8, 2003, the Jefferson Science Fellows (JSF) program at the U.S. Department of State, establishing a new model for engaging the American academic STE communities in the formulation and implementation of U.S. foreign policy.
During their one-year assignment at the U.S. Department of State, the salary and benefits of the Fellow will be paid by the academic institution at which the tenured appointment is held.
The JSF award is structured as a partnership between American philanthropic foundations (the MacArthur Foundation and the Carnegie Corporation), the U.S. STE academic community, professional scientific societies, and the U.S. Department of State designed to meet the challenges of science and technology in foreign policy.
www7.nationalacademies.org /fellowships/Jefferson_Science_Fellows.html   (1748 words)

  
 Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs – U.S. Department of State
Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Dina Habib Powell will inaugurate the "All Americans: Images of Heritage and Citizenship" exhibit and unveil artworks by 23 Texas students, grades 1-12, at a reception on October 11, 2005, at 4:00 p.m.
The bureau does so by promoting personal, professional, and institutional ties between private citizens and organizations in the United States and abroad, as well as by presenting U.S. history, society, art and culture in all of its diversity to overseas audiences.
Humphrey Fellowships bring mid-level professionals from developing countries to the United States for a year of academic study and professional experiences.
exchanges.state.gov /education   (845 words)

  
 Florida Division of Corporations - Notary Commissions and Apostille/Certification Sections   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The fee for certification by the Secretary of State is $10 per notarization.
Enclose a cover letter stating the name of the country in which the documents will be used.
Walk-in and mail service is still provided from the Florida Department of State's office in Tallahassee.
notaries.dos.state.fl.us /notproc7.html   (307 words)

  
 Virginia State Police
In 1986, the Department became the second state police organization in the country to receive accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. The Department was reaccredited in 1991, 1996, and 2001.
As an accredited agency, the Department accepts the continuing responsibility to meet the latest standards in the field of professional law enforcement and is currently in compliance with all applicable mandatory standards and more than 90 percent of the applicable optional standards.
Virginia State Police employees cannot give legal advice, nor interpret the law for members of the public.
www.vsp.state.va.us   (393 words)

  
 North Carolina Department of State Treasurer
In order to provide better service, The Department of State Treasurer has recently redesigned its web site.
Please go to our new homepage, or use the navigation menu on the left to locate the information that you need.
© 2005 NC Department of State Treasurer and its licensors.
www.treasurer.state.nc.us /Treasurer   (65 words)

  
 US Department of State – Home Page
is massive, and the United States is responding rapidly and robustly.
In response to the request of President Musharraf and the Government of Pakistan, the United States is providing an initial contribution of up to $50 million for relief and reconstruction....
The Department of Defense is also providing additional assistance and capabilities.
www.state.gov   (418 words)

  
 US CODE: Title 22,CHAPTER 38—DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Counterdrug and anticrime activities of Department of State
Printing and binding outside continental United States; settlement and payment of claims by foreign governments; employment of aliens; official functions and courtesies; purchase of uniforms; payment of tort claims; payment of assumed obligations in Germany; telecommunications services; security; special purpose passenger motor vehicles; pay obligations arising under international conventions or contracts; personal service contracts
State Department records of overseas deaths of United States citizens from nonnatural causes
www4.law.cornell.edu /uscode/22/ch38.html   (661 words)

  
 Contact Us at the U.S. State Department
Careers and Internship Opportunities at the State Department
Thank you for contacting the United States Department of State, the lead federal agency carrying out U.S. foreign policy.
To ensure that your message is routed as quickly as possible to the appropriate office in the U.S. State Department, please select from the following categories to send your message:
contact-us.state.gov   (106 words)

  
 USINFO - U.S. Department of State
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice shakes hands with a member of the Pakistani military during a visit to the Pakistan Air Force Base in Chaklala, Pakistan, Wednesday, October 12.
Rice detoured from a trip to Central Asia to visit Pakistani leaders and American troops who are delivering supplies and providing transport to the injured in the area affected by the earthquake.
The United States is providing immediate relief for Pakistan's earthquake victims and will help meet the country's...
usinfo.state.gov   (312 words)

  
 Texas Department of State Health Services   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
SAMHSA awarded a grant to DSHS designed to assist states in transforming their mental health service systems to create an effective, transparent and easily navigated system for consumers.
DSHS winning proposal will require the state to engage in planning and building infrastructure across all agencies that provide, fund, administer and purchase mental health services.
The first year award under this five year grant project is $2.7 million dollars.
www.dshs.state.tx.us   (211 words)

  
 News from Washington - U.S. Department of State
News from Washington - U.S. Department of State
Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs David Welch has reaffirmed the deep commitment of the United States for the people and government of Lebanon.
After meeting with Lebanese Prime Minister Fouad Siniora in Beirut, Welch tells reporters the United States is prepared to help Lebanon advance in all aspects of its reform agenda -- political, economic and security.
usinfo.state.gov /usinfo/products/washfile.html   (656 words)

  
 U.S. Department of State Careers
The U.S. Department of State is the lead U.S. foreign affairs agency.
The U.S. Department of State is currently taking applications for 2006 Summer Interns.
Specialists provide unique services in support of foreign policy at one of nearly 265 posts worldwide or in Washington, D.C. The Civil Service supports the foreign policy mission from offices in Washington, D.C. and across the nation.
www.careers.state.gov   (196 words)

  
 U.S. Department of State FOIA Electronic Reading Room
Provides reference points for State Department records and information access programs.
This site is managed by the Bureau of Administration (A/RPS/IPS), U.S. Department of State.
External links to other Internet sites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views contained therein.
foia.state.gov   (133 words)

  
 State Library & Archives of Florida - Florida Department of State
State employees can apply for a library card on-line.
Working in partnership with citizens, state employees, librarians, archivists and records managers, the Division seeks to assure access to materials and information that enables local libraries and agencies to provide effective information services to benefit of the people of Florida.
State employees have access at no cost to many premium databases the Division makes available exclusively to them at the Services for State Employees page.They can also obtain personalized reference and research services via phone, fax, e-mail, or in person.
dlis.dos.state.fl.us   (319 words)

  
 Department of State   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Bureau is responsible for promoting observance of human rights as a fundamental United States foreign policy objective.
It gathers detailed information on the respect for and violation of human rights around the world, and through the Assistant Secretary, makes recommendations to the Secretary of State on these situations.
It is also responsible for preparing and submitting to Congress annual reports on the human rights practices of all United Nations member countries.
www.usccr.gov /pubs/crd/federal/dos.htm   (72 words)

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