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U.S. Government » State and Local Agencies
ParksA park can be as simple as a grassy area with a playground or more elaborate to include hiking trails and stables.
A park is managed and maintained at the state or a local level. Read about park management.
![A patent protects a person's invention from being usurped by others. [©Shutterstock, 2010]](/image/125x125/1640_how_to_get_a_patent.jpg)
U.S. Government » Independent Agencies and Government Corporations How To Get a PatentFind out how to get a patent to protect your idea or invention. |
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What is a caucus?
Learn how a caucus works and where the term originated. |
![Most students will need to go through the process of applying for government student loans. [©Shutterstock, 2010]](/image/125x125/1656_government_student_loans.jpg)
U.S. Government » Independent Agencies and Government Corporations Government Student LoansLearn more about the types of government student loans available. |
![The Cherokee Indians have a difficult history to say the least. [©Shutterstock, 2010]](/image/125x125/1391_cherokee_indians.jpg)
Cherokee Indians
Read about the history of the Cherokee Indians in America. |
![Traffic school, while often a legal requirement, teaches drivers to be safer behind the wheel. [©Shutterstock, 2010]](/image/125x125/4964_traffic_school.jpg)
U.S. Government » State and Local Agencies Traffic SchoolRead about traffic school and why it's required for some drivers. |
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Los Angeles County Jail
Learn about the Los Angeles County Jail, one of the largest in the country. |
![The NFCU offers similar services to other banks, like ATM access, to its members. [©Shutterstock, 2010]](/image/125x125/1657_navy_federal_credit_union.jpg)
U.S. Government » Independent Agencies and Government Corporations Navy Federal Credit UnionGet information on the Navy Federal Credit Union. |
![Government grants can be acquired for a variety of reasons. [©Shutterstock, 2010]](/image/125x125/1909_government_grants.jpg)
U.S. Government » Independent Agencies and Government Corporations Government GrantsLearn how to find and apply for government grants. |
![To acquire a copy of one's birth certificate, an individual should contact their state's vital record office. [©Shutterstock, 2010]](/image/125x125/how_do_i_get_a_copy_of_my_birth_certificate.jpg)
U.S. Government » Independent Agencies and Government Corporations How do I get a copy of my birth certificate?Discover the different ways to get a copy of a birth certificate. |
![Government jobs often offer security, benefits and other perks. [© Jupiter Images, 2009]](/image/125x125/government_jobs.jpg)
U.S. Government » Independent Agencies and Government Corporations Government JobsDiscover how to find government jobs and know if you're qualified. |
