Virginia State Corporation Commission

The Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) is a regulatory agency based in Richmond, Virginia. It is a department of the state government with approximately 610 employees and generates around $500 million in revenue. The SCC regulates a wide range of industries, including utilities, insurance, state-chartered financial institutions, securities, retail franchising, and railroads. It also serves as the central filing office for corporations, limited partnerships, limited liability companies, and Uniform Commercial Code liens. The SCC's structure is unique as it possesses delegated administrative, legislative, and judicial powers. Decisions made by the SCC can only be appealed to the Virginia Supreme Court. The agency is committed to balancing the interests of citizens, businesses, and customers while improving regulatory and administrative processes. For more information, please visit http://www.scc.virginia.gov.