The Connecticut Department of Commerce is the agency of state government responsible for promoting the economic development of Connecticut.
Its three major programs are:
Services to foster the growth and vigor of business and industry in Connecticut.
Selective attraction of business and industry into Connecticut from out of state.
The year-round promotion of tourism in Connecticut.
To implement these programs, the Commerce Department is structured into six functional divisions: administrative, business, communication, financial, location and tourism.
Conn. Agencies Regs. § 32-167-1