Why do states license doctors, lawyers, accountants and scores of other professionals? It's a story of supply and demand, rising expertise, concern for health and safety, a war against quackery ... and something called "asymmetric knowledge." http://www.fromthegovt.com/professional-licenses/ #stategov

Building codes and inspections show how gov’ts can work magic over time, making our lives safer while reducing costs for everyone. It comes from the application of two of gov’t's strengths: steadfastness and scale. http://www.fromthegovt.com/building-codes-and-inspections/ #localgov #stategov

Mexico: The National Hurricane Center reports that Tropical Storm Beatriz will likely become a hurricane by June 30. A Hurricane Warning is in effect for portions of Guerrero, Michoacan, Colima, and Jalisco. Monitor local media for updates. More at: https://ow.ly/WLWw50P11E8 #stategov #travel #gov

When does your passport expire? Some countries require that a passport be valid for at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Check our Country Information pages at http://travel.state.gov/destination to learn about entry and exit requirements for your destination.… https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1674466678992764928 #stategov #travel #gov

France: Following the June 27 police shooting in the Parisian suburb of Nanterre, demonstrations are taking place in the greater Paris region and other major urban centers with reports of damage to private property and public buildings. These demonstrations are expected to… https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1674456260870021122 #stategov #travel #gov

Port-au-Prince, Haiti: There are credible reports that there will be increased gang activity in the Tabarre neighborhood, to include in the immediate vicinity of the U.S. Embassy in early to mid-July. We urge people in the area to exercise extra caution during this time. More at… https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1674436321111154689 #stategov #travel #gov

Our Buffalo Passport Agency teammates are working hard to meet the unprecedented demand for U.S. passports. They’ve extended their public counter hours of operation for urgent passport applications and logged thousands of overtime hours. I am inspired by your commitment. -RB… https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1674162477011968000 #stategov #travel #gov

Attention @USWNT fans! Traveling to New Zealand or Australia to cheer on Team USA at the #WomensWorldCup? Find our travel tips and important logistical information at http://travel.state.gov/WomensWorldCup2023. #stategov #travel #gov

Before making travel plans, look up the Travel Advisory for your intended destination(s). Go to: http://travel.state.gov/traveladvisories #stategov #travel #gov

Headed to visit Buffalo Passport Agency and Consular Team Canada in Ottawa and Toronto to observe firsthand how the Bureau of Consular Affairs serves U.S. citizens at home and abroad, advances people-to-people and economic ties, and supports our important bilateral relationships.… https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1674047040836493312 #stategov #travel #gov

Did you know that U.S. citizens overseas can call the closest embassy or consulate in an emergency, such as an arrest, death in the family or lost passport? Find our contact info on the U.S. Citizen Services page of the U.S. Embassy website for the country you are in at… https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1673707584702775297 #stategov #travel #gov

#DYK first-time applicants and children can apply for a passport at over 7,400 acceptance facilities (post offices, libraries, etc.) and if you qualify you can renew by mail?

Passport agency appointments are extremely limited and only for emergencies. Plan ahead and visit one of… https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1673401596225396746 #stategov #travel #gov

“Moment of civic pride”: PA’s DOT reopened I-95 less than two weeks after a fire destroyed an overpass and shut down the highway. It is an astonishing engineering and gov’t accomplishment. Granted, this is a temporary fix; permanent repairs will take longer. But as Gov Shapiro rightly said, it is “an example of how PA can do big things.” https://www.washingtonpost.com/transportation/2023/06/23/i95-philadelphia-reopens/ #transportation #stategov

Russia: The security situation in Russia continues to be unpredictable. U.S. citizens should monitor local conditions and be prepared for any security developments. Any U.S. citizens in Russia should depart immediately if it is safe to do so. https://ow.ly/4n2S50OWpvF #stategov #travel #gov

Check the status of your application at http://passportstatus.state.gov. It may take up to 2 weeks from the day you submit your application until your status is “In Process.” During this time, your application is delivered to a mail facility and your payment processed. If your status… https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1672319665547407360 #stategov #travel #gov

One of the many ways we’re addressing the current demand for passports is by standing up a satellite office staffed by retirees, volunteers, and new Foreign Service Officers. They join teams across the US working hard to get passports out the door. #HereToServe #stategov #travel #gov

Since the 1970s CA has been on a flight from reality, pretending difficult problems are easy and shrugging when it turns out they’re not. We see this in housing, homelessness, mental illness … and drug abuse. As a S.F. newspaper makes clear, it’s time for state gov’t to face the fact that drug recovery isn’t a 90-day process … and build a system that creates changed lives, not false promises. https://www.sfchronicle.com/opinion/editorials/article/california-sf-drug-conservatorship-18152430.php #stategov

The Eastern Pacific hurricane season runs through November, impacting Mexico and Central America. Follow @NHC_Pacific for storm season updates. Minor storms can quickly develop into major weather events. http://nhc.noaa.gov #stategov #travel #gov

Planning an international getaway? Be smart. Learn about entry and exit requirements, local laws, health considerations, and more before you go. http://Travel.state.gov/destination #TravelSmartFromTheStart #stategov #travel #gov

Are you thinking about adopting a child from outside the United States? We have the information and resources for LGBTQI+ persons considering adoption at: https://ow.ly/mhip50OSEza #stategov #travel #gov