Guides: MBA Research Quick Guide: State & Federal Government

US Government Resources

Business USA - government portal
A government portal to help link you to government business programs and services, regardless of the department or bureau.
Additional information will be found at each individual governmental website. Some state and local information has been incorporated in the site.

Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLA)
Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA)
Includes data tool for National, International, Regional, and Industry data.
Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)
Export policy and regulations.
Economics & Statistics Administration (ESA)
Oversees the Census Bureau and BEA. Provides economic analysis, disseminates national economic indicators, and creates online reports.
EDGAR Company Filings (SEC)
Research a company’s financial information and operations by reviewing registration statements, prospectuses and periodic reports filed on Forms 10-K and 10-Q with the federal Securities and Exchange Commission. --Also available through Nexis Uni database.
United States Census Bureau
The leading source of quality data about the nation's people and economy. 9 different data tools are available, depending on the data sources accessed.
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They collect and house data on the Population and Housing Census, Economic Census, Census of Governments, American Community Survey, and Economic Indicators. They produce popular publications such as the Statistical Abstract of the United States, and the Historical Statistics of the United States.
US Commercial Service
Supports export of US goods, includes market research reports.
US Small Business Administration (SBA)
Provides informational and monetary assistance.
US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO)
Search for existing, or apply for new, US patents or trademarks.

Minnesota Dept. of Employment & Economic Development (DEED)
The place to start when looking for information about doing business in Minnesota. Includes general resources on starting and managing a business and resources specific to doing business in Minnesota or exporting.
Minnesota DEED Data Center
Includes economic and employment trends, data tools and export statistics.
Minnesota.gov Business & Jobs Portal
Direct links to topics and documents within the MN DEED site and other state resources.
Minnesota Secretary of State
Minnesota business filings, licenses, and data.
Metropolitan Council
The Metropolitan Council is a 17-member body appointed by the Governor that coordinates the long-range planning for the seven-county metro area.