Massachusetts State Organization Directory

The MEPA review process provides meaningful opportunities for public review of the environmental impacts of projects for which agency action is required. It requires agencies to study the environmental impacts of projects requiring agency permits or other approvals, financial assistance, or land transfers, and to use all feasible measures to avoid, minimize, and mitigate damage to the environment.

The Massachusetts Environmental Trust (MET) funds and coordinates projects to restore, protect and improve aquatic resources and ecosystems, and conservation of threatened marine animals. Grant funds are generated from the sales of the Right Whale tail, Brook Trout, Striped Bass & Blackstone Valley plates, and from donations.

Promotes the Commonwealth as a premier location for commercial, film, and television production.

Regulates the legal casino, horse racing, and sports wagering industries in Massachusetts. The Commission aims to create a fair and safe gaming environment while fostering economic benefits and a diverse workforce for its licensees, residents, and businesses.

A state-based health insurance marketplace that makes shopping for affordable health and dental coverage easier for Massachusetts individuals, families, and small businesses.

An independent state agency working to improve the affordability of health care for all residents of the Commonwealth.

An operational reserve of the United States Army and Air Force that provides ready, relevant and reliable troops and equipment to respond to natural disasters or other civil emergencies when activated by the governor. The Guard also supports the federal military mission when activated to duty by the president.

MOVA is an independent state agency governed by the Victim and Witness Assistance Board. MOVA strives to advance victim rights by ensuring all victims and survivors of crime across the Commonwealth are supported and empowered through access to high-quality services that are trauma-informed, culturally-responsive, and reflective of diverse communities. MOVA achieves this through survivor-informed work, advocacy for enhanced victim rights and services, partnerships with agencies and individuals, and a commitment to providing funding and services for underserved and marginalized communities.

The Massachusetts Office of Business Development assists businesses relocating or expanding in Massachusetts with a focus on job creation and retention as well as capital investment.

CZM is the lead policy, planning, and technical assistance agency on coastal and ocean issues within the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) and implements the state’s coastal program under the federal Coastal Zone Management Act.