MKTG 280: Government Resources

State and Local

1.  Business One-Stop Shop https://www.pa.gov/guides/starting-a-business/ - Provides resources for PA businesses small and 
      large.

2.  Pennsylvania Workforce Development https://www.dli.pa.gov/Businesses/Workforce-Development/Pages/default.aspx 
      Business resources regarding the workforce in Pennsylvania.

National

1.  Consumer Expenditure Survey https://www.bls.gov/cex/ - U.S. BLS provides data  consumer buying habits.

2.  Consumer Product Safety Commission https://www.cpsc.gov/ - Provides detailed information on consumer safety
      regulations and product safety guidelines for business. 

3.  Federal Trade Commission  https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/advertising-faqs-guide-small-usiness 
     Advertising FAQ’s - A Guide for Small Businesses

4.  U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Economy at a Glance https://www.bls.gov/eag/  - Information about regional, state, and
      metropolitan area economies.

5.  U.S. Census Bureau https://data.census.gov/cedsci/ - Provides  demographic data/profiles for U.S. people and the economy by
      state, county or place.

6.  U.S. Small Business Administration  https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/manage-your-business/stay-legally-compliant
     Resources to keep a business compliant with state and federal business laws.  Legal responsibilities will depend on your
     business and location.