Department of Revenue Iowa

The Iowa Lottery, founded in 1985, sells tickets in three general categories, including instant-scratch, pull-tab and lotto games. Its lottery products are sold at more than 2,600 retail locations in Iowa. The lottery provides a portion of its revenues to the state s Gambling Treatment Program, which administers the 1-800-BETSOFF helpline for individuals who are concerned about program gambling. It has more than 110 employees and offers lottery promotions and second-chance drawings. Additionally, the lottery operates the VIP Club, which provides free-play birthday coupons, automatic entry options, quarterly newsletters, special discounts and advance notices of upcoming promotions and new games. Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, The Iowa Lottery operates five regional offices that are responsible for delivering tickets and making payments for prizes.

The Board of Regents in Urbandale, IA is responsible for the administrative oversight of the University of Iowa, Iowa State University, and the University of Northern Iowa. Their offices house the staff who manage operations and policies for these prestigious educational institutions. With a focus on ensuring the success and advancement of higher education in Iowa, the Board of Regents plays a crucial role in guiding the strategic direction and decision-making processes for the state's leading universities. Generated from their available business information

The Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management Division (HSEMD) preserves human lives and reduces the impact of disasters. It plans for and responds to both natural and human-caused disasters. The division helps to coordinate activities before, during and after emergencies through partnerships with local, state, federal and private agencies. Located in Johnston, Iowa, the Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management Division also conducts training, planning and exercises for the public and private responders at the county and state levels. In addition, it undertakes damage assessments and requests federal assistance. The division, after the emergency is stabilized, organizes various state and federal programs to assist recovery for communities and individuals.