 Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
Homeland security issues continue to be a major focus of America's state legislatures. The events of September 11, 2001 raised new public policy issues affecting every level of government service. This Web site (formerly the Protecting Democracy Web site) was created within hours after the terrorist attacks, and has served as a clearinghouse of information for legislators, legislative staff, the public and the media.
NCSL Executive Committee's Task Force on Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness shares information on the relevant informational, financial and physical resources of state and local governments and the federal government in an effort to maximize the contributions that each level of government can provide to improve homeland security. In addition, the Task Force assists legislatures in sharing expertise and advice on issues of public safety, homeland security, emergency preparedness and public health in order to protect our democratic institutions and way of life.
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