Massachusetts State Organization Directory

ACCESS is the central accessibility team for the Executive Office of Technology Services and Security (EOTSS). ​ We oversee digital accessibility for state agencies, guide and support the delivery of accessible digital experiences, and provide standardized processes, trainings, and resources. We work with organizations to make sure their digital services and information are accessible to everybody.

Oversees airport development and improvements, aviation safety, aircraft accident investigation, navigational aids, and statewide aviation planning over the Commonwealth's public use airports, private use landing areas, and seaplane bases. It is a division of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT).

The Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission is an agency under the Massachusetts State Treasury. Our overall objective is to provide uniform control over the sale, transportation, possession, purchasing, and manufacturing of alcoholic beverages in the state.

The Appeals Court is a court of general appellate jurisdiction, and has jurisdiction over appeals from final decisions of three State agencies: the Appellate Tax Board, the Industrial Accident Board and the Commonwealth Employment Relations Board. The Appeals Court consists of a chief justice and twenty-four associate justices.

The ATB hears and decides state and local tax appeals, including: property tax, individual income tax, corporate excise, sales and use tax, automobile excise, and water bills.

The Architectural Access Board (AAB) develops and enforces regulations designed to make public buildings accessible to, functional for, and safe for use by persons with disabilities.

The Board of Allied Health Professions evaluates the qualifications of applicants for licensure and grants licenses to occupational therapists and assistants, athletic trainers, physical therapists and assistants.

Investigates and evaluates complaints against lawyers.

The Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS) monitors Massachusetts building codes and construction supervisor licensing. The Board also licenses concrete testing labs and technicians, approves manufactured buildings and related inspection procedures, approves native lumber producers, and certifies municipal building inspectors.

The Board of Certification of Operators of Drinking Water Supply Facilities regulates and licenses all operators of facilities that provide drinking water.