Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Oversight and Management EfficiencyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Emergency management
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Assessing DHS 10 Years Later
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Oversight and Management EfficiencyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Emergency management
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Homeland Security
Author: Michael ChertoffPublisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN: 081220588X
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 217
Book Description
In 2003, the President and the U.S. Congress established the Department of Homeland Security. From the beginning, its mission was clear: prevent terrorist attacks, protect against threats to America's safety and security, and prepare the nation to respond effectively to disasters, both natural and man-made. This monumental mission demands a comprehensive strategy. It also requires a crystal-clear explanation of that strategy to Americans and their allies worldwide. In a revealing new book, Homeland Security: Assessing the First Five Years, Michael Chertoff provides that explanation. In a refreshingly candid and engaging manner, America's former homeland security secretary depicts the department's long-term approach, what it has achieved, and what it has yet to do. The strategy begins with the threats America faces, from terrorist groups like al Qaeda to hurricanes like Ike or Gustav. "Once these threats are identified," Chertoff writes, "we can confront them, using every tool at our disposal. We can stop terrorists from entering the country, and discourage people from embracing terrorism by combating its lethal ideology. We can protect our critical assets and reduce our vulnerabilities to natural disasters. We can plan and prepare for emergencies and respond in a way that minimizes the consequences. And we can work closely with our allies abroad to reduce the risk of future disasters." In each of these areas, Chertoff informs the reader what the nation has done and what it still must do to secure its future. How well has this strategy fared in a post-9/11 world? Since that fateful day, there have been no global terror attacks on American soil. Yet in the face of continued dangers, Michael Chertoff warns repeatedly against complacency. He urges America and its leaders to strengthen their resolve, stay the course, and build creatively on past successes.
Review of the Department of Homeland Security's Approach to Risk Analysis
Author: National Research CouncilPublisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309161525
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
The events of September 11, 2001 changed perceptions, rearranged national priorities, and produced significant new government entities, including the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) created in 2003. While the principal mission of DHS is to lead efforts to secure the nation against those forces that wish to do harm, the department also has responsibilities in regard to preparation for and response to other hazards and disasters, such as floods, earthquakes, and other "natural" disasters. Whether in the context of preparedness, response or recovery from terrorism, illegal entry to the country, or natural disasters, DHS is committed to processes and methods that feature risk assessment as a critical component for making better-informed decisions. Review of the Department of Homeland Security's Approach to Risk Analysis explores how DHS is building its capabilities in risk analysis to inform decision making. The department uses risk analysis to inform decisions ranging from high-level policy choices to fine-scale protocols that guide the minute-by-minute actions of DHS employees. Although DHS is responsible for mitigating a range of threats, natural disasters, and pandemics, its risk analysis efforts are weighted heavily toward terrorism. In addition to assessing the capability of DHS risk analysis methods to support decision-making, the book evaluates the quality of the current approach to estimating risk and discusses how to improve current risk analysis procedures. Review of the Department of Homeland Security's Approach to Risk Analysis recommends that DHS continue to build its integrated risk management framework. It also suggests that the department improve the way models are developed and used and follow time-tested scientific practices, among other recommendations.
Legislative Calendar
Author: United States. Congress. House. Select Committee on Homeland SecurityPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
One Year Later
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Government ReformPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
The Department of Homeland Security at 10 Years
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental AffairsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : National security
Languages : en
Pages : 574
Book Description
Ten Years After 9/11- 2011
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental AffairsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Civil defense
Languages : en
Pages : 1364
Book Description
Yearbook of Immigration Statistics
Author: Assessing DHS's Performance
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Oversight and Management EfficiencyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : National security
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description
Ten Years After 9/11
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and ManagementPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 56
Book Description