Pennsylvania continues to stay on the leading edge of e-government resources which allow you direct information and access to government programs 24-7. Below is a sample of some useful government websites.

• How can I find information and apply for state assistance?

  The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Application for Social Services (COMPASS) is a single access point for all the commonwealth's social service programs. You can apply and track the status for state programs like: Medicaid, CHIP, AdultBasic, Cash Assistance, Food Stamps, Long-term Care, LIHEAP, and home and community-based programs. www.humanservices.state.pa.us/compass

• Where can I go for state news and programs?

  The Commonwealth’s official site provides state-related news and information for citizens, visitors, and businesses. Allows you to learn about services, state government, request forms, ask questions, access travel and tourism information, find out about regional news, file your taxes, and much more. Visit PA Power Port www.state.pa.us

• How can I find out where flu-shot clinics are being held?

  You no longer have to rely on word-of-mouth to find out about the location of the flu shots or miss an opportunity to get one. The state Departments of Aging and Health web site helps you locate influenza vaccination clinics in your community. Online flu clinic locator map is available at www.aging.state.pa.us select the link ”Get a Flu Shot.” The Department of Health website, www.health.state.pa.us, also offers a listing of flu clinics accessible through the link titled “Get the Latest on Influenza.”

• I need financial assistance. Where can I get unbiased financial information?

  The Office of Financial Education provides user-friendly financial assistance about personal budgeting, loan information and banking options. On this site you can access information that’s unbiased and easy to comprehend on a wide range of topics, including: budgeting, investing, buying a house, getting married, taxes, and talking to loved ones about money.  Find housing counselors, university cooperative extension offices, programs and services in your area.  Visit www.moneysbestfriend.com

• I want to locate a local government official.

PA Blue Pages gives you contact information for local government officials. Visit  www.state.pa.us keyword “BluePages”

• Where can I find tourist and recreational information for Pennsylvania?

The Visit PA website offers discounts, road trip advice, calendar of events and much more, www.visitpa.com or call 1-800-VISIT-PA (847-4872)

• I have a question about a health issue. Where can I find information?

A good place to start is with the PA Department of Health at www.dsf.health.state.pa.us or call 1-877-PA-HEALTH.

• Where can I find state laws or statutes online?

State laws or Statutes are not available online.  You can research state laws in any of the state libraries across the state.  Legislative bills, however, are available via the Internet.  Please visit the online Bill Room at www.legis.state.pa.us

• How can I check winning Lottery numbers?

Lottery numbers are available on the PA PowerPort main screen at www.state.pa.us.  Just scroll down and look in the right-hand column for that listing.  You also can go to the Lottery website www.palottery.state.pa.us, or you can use the link on this site, directly under the "Get Connected" section on each page.