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Overview of Regulatory System
In addition to the Office of Consumer Affairs & Business Regulation and its agencies, local governments and other state agencies regulate businesses, professions and specific business activities. Some regulations and licensing requirements are established by state law, but administered at the local level. The federal government also regulates businesses and certain professions.