Cabinet-level departments

State Responsible for international relations with other nations

Treasury In charge of the nation’s money supply and how it’s spent; also works with banks to facilitate loans and borrowing

Defense In charge of the army, navy, coast guard, marines, air force, etc. Protecting US from foreign invasion

Justice Monitors law enforcement across the US and is in charge of enforcing the laws created by Congress

Interior Responsible for conserving the nation’s lands, parks, and natural resources

Agriculture Assists farmers and inspects foods sold across the US

Commerce Supervises trade and the exchange of goods and services. Also promotes tourism and business.

Labor Enforces laws that protect the rights and safety of workers. Also publishes data to the president on unemployment rate

Health/Human Services Works to improve the living and health conditions of Americans In charge of hospitals, medicine, welfare, etc.

Housing/Urban Development Works to improve living conditions in citites Assistance with apartment and housing Reduces crime in cities

Transportation Manages highways, airways, railroads, subways, sea traffic, etc.

Energy Promotes new energy alternatives and regulates the ones already in use: – Oil/gas – Coal – Nuclear – Wind – Solar – Hydroelectric – Etc.

Education Monitors actions of schools and provides resources to help students go on past high school

Veterans’ Affairs Provides services for people who have served in the armed forces – Healthcare – Pensions – Burial benefits – Etc. Veterans Hospitals

Homeland Security Protects the US from attacks within the US Surveillance of airports, public places, govt. buildings, etc. Border control