State Agencies
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General Services, Bureau of
Phone: 207-624-7314
Mailing Address: 77 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: The Bureau of General Services provides a wide variety of functions in support of state government and public improvements across the State of Maine. The Bureau administers the design and construction of State facilities, including selection of architects and engineers, bidding of construction projects, selection of construction managers and construction administration, as well as oversight of public school construction.
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Geographic Information System (MEGIS)
Phone: 207-624-7700
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Geographic Information, Maine Library of
Phone: 207-624-7700
Mailing Address: 174 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: The Maine Library of Geographic Information is the statewide network officially sanctioned by the Legislature by which data custodians or their designees organize, catalog, and provide access to public geographic information to all levels of government and to the public.
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Geological Survey, Maine
Phone: 207-287-2801
Mailing Address: 22 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: In 1836 the Maine Legislature authorized the first geological survey of the State, thus beginning a process of geological inquiry which continues today. By using a modern geographic information system The Maine Geological Survey is improving the analysis of map information and the ability to make high quality maps available to the public.
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Geologists and Soil Scientists, Board of Certification
Phone: 207-624-8603
TTY: 711
Mailing Address: 35 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: The primary responsibility of the Board is to examine, certifyand grant certificates to applicants who qualify to practice as geologistsand soil scientists in the State, and to maintain current information on licensed geologists and soil scientists.
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Governor's Office
Phone: 207-287-3531
TTY: 207-287-6548
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Harness Racing Commission
Phone: 207-287-3221
Mailing Address: 28 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: The Commission is appointed by the Governor to oversee live Harness Racing and Off-Track Betting Facilities as well as the adoption of rules that ensure integrity for participants and fans.
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Health & Human Services, Department of (DHHS)
Phone: 207-287-3707
TTY: 711
Mailing Address: 11 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: The mission of the Department of Health and Human Services is to provide health and human services to the people of Maine so that all persons may achieve and maintain their optimal level of health and their full potential for economic independence and personal development. The department provides supportive, preventive, protective, public health and intervention services to children, families and adults, including the elderly and adults with disabilities.
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Health & Human Services, Department of, Division of Licensing and Regulatory Services
Phone: 207-287-9300
TTY: 711
Mailing Address: 11 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: The Division is responsible for licensing medical and long term care facilities, assisted living, residential care, private non-medical in stitutions, mental health service providers, substance abuse agencies, and programs and services to children. The Division is also responsible for reg ulation of health care facilities and providers under the Certificate of Ne ed Act, the Hospital Cooperation Act and laws pertaining to Continuing Care Retirement Communities.
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Health Inspection Program
Phone: 207-287-5671
Mailing Address: 11 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: The Health Inspection Program provides licensing and inspection services for a number of different types of businesses. Sanitarians from the department inspect licensed establishments throughout the State on a regular basis for conformance with state rules.
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Health, Bureau of - See Maine Center for Disease Control
Phone: 207-287-8016
TTY: 711
Mailing Address: 11 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: The mission of the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention is to develop and deliver services to preserve, protect and promote the health and well-being of the citizens of Maine.
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Higher Education Council, Maine
Phone: 207-772-2332
Mailing Address: 70 Chenery Street, Portland, ME 04101Description: The purpose of the agency is to provide a medium for closer acquaintance and better understanding among the chief executive officers (CEOs) of Maine's universities and colleges, and to bring attention to major issues of concern related to higher education.
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Highway Safety, Bureau of
Phone: 207-626-3840
Mailing Address: 164 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: The Bureau of Highway Safety administers federally funded categorical grant programs offered by the US Department of Transportation and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). NHTSA funds support of highway safety projects. The bureau develops annual statewide comprehensive plans which outline major problem areas and proposes spending plans to address identified problems.
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Historic Preservation Commission, Maine
Phone: 207-287-2132
Mailing Address: 65 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: Established through a legislative act in 1971, the Maine Historic Preservation Commission is an independent agency within the Executive branch of state government that functions as the State Historic Preservation Office. The Commission is responsible for the identification, evaluation, and protection of Maine's significant cultural resources as directed by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966.
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Homeland Security
Phone: 207-624-4400
TTY: 207-629-5793
Mailing Address: 72 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: The Maine Emergency Management Agency is responsible for Homeland Security and terrorism related incidents as well as natural disasters in Maine.
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Housing Authority, Maine State (MSHA)
Phone: 207-626-4600
TTY: 711
Mailing Address: 353 Water Street, Augusta, ME 04333Description: The mission of the Maine State Housing Authority is to assist Maine people obtain and maintain decent, safe, affordable housing and services suitable to their unique housing needs.
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Human Resources, Bureau of
Phone: 207-624-7761
Mailing Address: 4 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: The Bureau of Human Resources provides leadership in human resource management for the agencies and departments within the Executive Branch of state government. In addition to administering Civil Service Law and merit system principles, the Bureau is responsible for establishing and maintaining job classification specifications, staff training and organizational development, recruitment, and administering employee benefits including employee Safety and Wellness, and the state employee Worker's Compensation Program.
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Human Rights Commission, Maine
Phone: 207-624-6290
TTY: 711
Mailing Address: 51 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333Description: The Maine Human Rights Commission is the State agency charged with the responsibility of enforcing Maine's anti-discrimination laws. The Commission investigates complaints of unlawful discrimination in employment, housing, education, access to public accommodations, extension of credit, and offensive names.
