State, New Jersey Department of

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The Department has responsibilities to support the State’s economic vitality and its cultural and historic programs. It is the Keeper of the Great Seal of the State and has responsibilities for promoting civic engagement. The Department is comprised of the State Archives, the Division of Elections, Division of Programs, Business Action Center, Red Tape Review Commission, Council on the Arts, Historical Commission, Cultural Trust, State Museum, War Memorial, Center for Faith Based Initiatives, Center for Hispanic Policy, Research and Development, Planning Advocacy, and the State Planning Commission. It is also affiliated with the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education, Higher Education Student Assistance Authority, the State Library, and the Sports and Exposition Authority.

The Department was one of the thirteen departments established under the New Jersey Constitution of 1947.

Authorizing law(s) and reorganization plans: Chapter 445 of the Laws of 1948; Reorganization Plan 004-1998; Chapter 137 of the Laws of 2001; Reorganization Plan 005-2011

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Archives and Records Management
The Division of Archives and Records Management (NJDARM) is responsible for New Jersey’s public records.
Arts, State Council on the
Since 1966, the Arts Council’s volunteer members and professional staff have worked to improve the quality of life in New Jersey by helping the arts to flourish.
Business Action Center
Elections, Division of
The Division of Elections assures compliance with N.J.S.A. 19:1 et seq and the National Voter Registration Act.
Historical Commission, New Jersey
The mission of the New Jersey Historical Commission is to enrich the lives of the public by preserving the historical record and advancing interest in and awareness of New Jersey's past.
Miscellaneous reports and publications
Museum, New Jersey State
The State Museum presents exhibits and educational programs relating to the natural and human history of New Jersey.
Office for Planning Advocacy
Travel and Tourism, Division of
Responsible for the promotion of tourism within the state of New Jersey