Business Guides by Industry

Each guide in this section details information specific to an industry. You’re likely to find one that provides invaluable information targeted to your line of business.

  • Use this guide for help complying with laws and regulations that apply to the aerospace and defense industries. Select a topic to jump to any section on this page. Anti-Terrorism Defense Base Act: Workers' ...
  • Agriculture can be one of the most satisfying and rewarding ways to make a living. From farming and food production to forestry, agribusinesses contribute to the health of the population and security of the country. Starting and ...
  • The federal and state governments regulate auto manufacturing, repair, maintenance, recycling, sales and dealerships. If you are involved in the automotive industry, be sure to read the following business guides to learn more about ...
  • There are many resources available to small business owners to help in the process of identifying, managing and complying with laws and regulations that apply to chemical businesses and chemical manufacturers.  Select ...
  • Use these resources to help you comply with the laws and regulations that apply to construction businesses and the construction industry. Select a topic to jump to that section on this page: Energy Efficiency ...
  • Use this guide to help you comply with laws and regulations that apply to consumer goods and services businesses and the consumer goods and services industry. Select a topic to jump to the section this ...
  • The electrical power industry produces and delivers power, or electricity, to businesses and consumers. Here you will find resources to help electric power producers and distributors comply with government regulations. Electric ...
  • Government agencies provide an extensive network of programs and services dedicated to helping those in the energy industry succeed in their business endeavors. General Resources To view the resources related to the energy ...
  • The following resources provide further information on how to comply with the laws and regulations that apply to businesses in the financial services industry. On this page: Banking Services Bank Regulations and ...
  • Use this guide to help you comply with laws and regulations that apply to firearms and explosives businesses, and the firearms and explosives industry. 50 Gun Exemption to the Firearms and Ammunition Excise Tax ...

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