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What department issues a Certificate of Authority?

  1. Department of Agriculture

  2. Secretary of State

  3. Department of Treasury

  4. Department of Health

The correct answer is: Secretary of State

A Certificate of Authority is typically issued by the Secretary of State's office in Illinois. This certificate authorizes a business entity to conduct business in the state. The Department of Agriculture, Department of Treasury, and Department of Health do not typically issue Certificates of Authority in this context.