Download or read book Department of Homeland Security Assistance to States and Localities written by Shawn Reese and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2010 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contents: (1) Intro.; (2) Historical Development of Fed. Homeland Security Assistance; (3) Summary of Grant Programs: (a) Terrorism Preparedness: State Homeland Security; Urban Area Security; Transit Security; Port Security; Freight Rail Security; Amtrak; Intercity Bus Security; Trucking Security; Buffer Zone Protection; Commercial Equipment; (b) All-Hazards Prepared. Grant Programs: Metro. Med. Response; Firefighters Assistance; Regional Catastrophic Prepared.; Citizen Corps; Emerg. Mgmt.; Public Safety Interoperable Commun.; Emerg. Oper. Center; (c) Other DHS Assistance; (d) Legal Citations; (4) Issues for the 111th Congress: Purpose and No. of Assistance Programs; Eval. of Funding; Eligible Grant Recipients; Funding Amounts. Illus.
Download or read book FY 2010 Department of Homeland Security Assistance to States and Localities written by Shawn Reese and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2010-11 with total page 10 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since FY 2002, Congress has appropriated more than $29 billion for homeland security assistance to states, urban areas and critical infrastructures (such as ports and rail systems). Each assistance program has either an all-hazards purpose or a terrorism preparedness purpose. These programs are used by first responders, including firefighters, emergency medical personnel, emergency managers, and law enforcement officers. These programs provide for grants, training, exercises, and other support to prepare for terrorism and major disasters. This report provides information on enacted FY 2009 and proposed FY 2010 funding for these grant programs. It also identifies issues Congress may wish to address during the appropriation process.
Download or read book Fiscal Year 2011 Department of Homeland Security Assistance to States and Localities written by Shawn Reese and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 4 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The President's budget request proposed total appropriations of $4.0 billion in FY2011 for homeland security assistance to states and localities, which is $164 million less than Congress appropriated in FY2010. These assistance programs are used by state and local governments, primarily first responder entities, to meet homeland security needs and enhance capabilities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from both man-made and natural disasters. The Administration's budget request not only proposes to reduce total appropriations for these programs, but also to eliminate some programs, such as the Metropolitan Medical Response System, the Emergency Operations Centers Program, and the Interoperable Communications Program. This report briefly discusses issues of debate associated with the budget request.
Download or read book Department of Homeland Security Assistance to States and Localities written by and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prepared for Members and Committees of Congress Department of Homeland Security Assistance to States and Localities Summary In light of lessons learned from the September 2001 terrorist attacks and other catastrophes such as Hurricanes Katrina and Gustav, the second session of the 111th Congress is expected to consider questions and issues associated with federal homeland security assistance. [...] These issues include (1) the purpose and number of assistance programs; (2) the evaluation of the use of grant funding; (3) the determination of eligible grant recipients; (4) the programs' funding amounts; and (5) the programs' funding distribution methodologies. [...] Since FY2003, DHS has administered these assistance programs through four different offices or agencies within the department due to both congressional and departmental actions.4 With the increase of terrorist threats and attacks against the United States following the end of the Cold War and the termination of old civil defense programs, a number of policy questions have arisen regarding homeland [...] Some officials such as Members of Congress, former President Bush's administration personnel, and President Barack Obama have questioned (1) the purpose and number of assistance programs; (2) the use of preparedness funding; (3) the determination of eligibility; (4) the funding amounts for the assistance programs; (5) the programs' funding distribution methodology, and (6) the use of grant funding [...] This report provides a brief summary of the development of the federal government's role in providing homeland security assistance, a summary of assistance programs DHS presently provides to states and localities, and a discussion of the policy issues identified above.
Download or read book Selected Federal Homeland Security Assistance Programs written by and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 17 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Congress has supported a limited number of assistance programs specifically designed to assist state and local governments with homeland security activities. Some programs assist first responders with preparing for terrorist attacks, particularly those involving weapons of mass destruction. In addition, Congress has authorized several general assistance programs that states and localities may use for terrorism preparedness. The Department of Homeland Security administers most of the assistance programs. In addition, other agencies, including the Departments of Defense, Health and Human Services, Energy, and Justice administer programs that provide various kinds of homeland security assistance. Congress authorizes these assorted programs to provide help in a variety of forms, including grants, training, technical assistance, equipment, and exercises. Most of the programs focus on assisting state and local first responders, such as fire service, emergency medical service, and law enforcement personnel, prepare for potential attacks. Some observers believe that with the threat of bioterrorism, public health officials should also be considered first responders. This report will be updated as congressional or executive actions warrant.
Download or read book Department of Homeland Security Assistance to States and Localities written by Shawn Reese and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2011 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a print on demand edition of a hard to find publication. Contents: (1) Intro.; (2) Historical Development of Fed. Homeland Security Assist.; (3) Grant Programs: Terrorism Preparedness: State Homeland Security; Urban Area Security; Transit Security; Port Security; Freight Rail Security; Amtrak; Intercity Bus Security; Trucking Security; Buffer Zone Protection; Commercial Equip.; All-Hazards Preparedness: Metro. Medical Response; Assistance to Firefighters; Regional Catastrophic Preparedness; Citizen Corps; Emergency Mgmt. Performance; Public Safety Interoperable Commun.; Emergency Operations Center; (4) Issues for Congress: Purpose and Number of Assist. Programs; Eval. of Funding Use; Eligible Grant Recipients; Funding Amounts; Funding Dist. Methodologies; Maint. Costs. Illus.
Download or read book A Legal Guide to Homeland Security and Emergency Management for State and Local Governments written by Ernest B. Abbott and published by American Bar Association. This book was released on 2005 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a number of windows into homeland security and emergency management law - covering both the basic structure of the homeland security and emergency management system and presenting detailed analysis of specific areas (such as applying for federal preparedness funds, negotiating intergovernmental agreements, applying for disaster assistance, and managing the impact of catastrophic events).
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Download or read book Technical Assistance Catalog written by U. s. Department of Homeland Security and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2013-02-09 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), National Preparedness Directorate (NPD) and Grant Programs Directorate (GPD), Technical Assistance (TA) Program seeks to build and sustain capabilities through specific services and analytical capacities across two primary functional areas: Preparedness TA activities in support of the four homeland security mission areas (prevention, protection, response, and recovery); Homeland security program management This two-pronged approach ensures that initiatives measurably contribute to the enhancement of homeland security capabilities through State and local homeland security programs. The TA program addresses the areas of greatest State and local need by institutionalizing knowledge at the State and local level and providing a dynamic menu of services that is responsive to national priorities. The TA Program is driven by the following three core tenets: TA must support the National Preparedness Guidelines (Guidelines), National Priorities, and associated national strategies and doctrine that maintain homeland security; TA must be flexible and adaptable to fully address current national threats and the present day needs of homeland security personnel; TA must include a layered range of products ranging from guidance and templates to specialized on-site support that apply to States, regions, Urban Areas, counties, tribal entities, and private interests with a role in homeland security TA service deliveries may take a variety of forms that can be combined or modified to meet the specific needs of each requesting State or local jurisdiction. To best accommodate the wide variety of TA needs and deliverables, NPD and GPD support the following three levels of TA: Level 1 – Information Resources: General information to raise awareness or enhance familiarity with best practices/protocols required within all jurisdictions. Level 2 – Models, Templates, and Samples: Delivery of solution packages and performance models drawn from Federal, state, and local studies, best practices, and experience that guides the implementation of various initiatives. Level 3 – On-site Workshops: Delivery of rigorous, customized solutions through direct, on-site support, including workshops, guidance, and facilitation efforts to maximize direct interaction between TA providers and TA recipients and ensure the successful implementation of the most complex initiatives. Preparedness TA services seek to build and sustain capabilities in support of the four homeland security mission areas (prevention, protection, response, and recovery) and the suite of priorities and capabilities outlined in the Guidelines. As capability gaps are identified within State and local jurisdictions, Preparedness TA services are designed, developed, and delivered to address those needs and build capabilities in the most critical areas. The GPD Program Management TA services provide direct assistance in the establishment and enhancement of the overall homeland security administrative framework within State and local jurisdictions. These TA services help build the infrastructure at the State and local levels in which preparedness purchases, training activities, exercises, and additional assistance can accurately be managed, administered, tracked, and measured. This component of the overall TA Program includes services focused on grant reporting, grants management, overall homeland security program management, and resource management strategies for special needs jurisdictions.
Download or read book Buying National Security written by Gordon Adams and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2010-02-11 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the planning and budgeting processes of the United States. This title describes the planning and resource integration activities of the White House, reviews the adequacy of the structures and process and makes proposals for ways both might be reformed to fit the demands of the 21st century security environment.
Download or read book FEMA Preparedness Grants Manual Version 2 February 2021 written by Fema and published by . This book was released on 2021-07-09 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: FEMA has the statutory authority to deliver numerous disaster and non-disaster financial assistance programs in support of its mission, and that of the Department of Homeland Security, largely through grants and cooperative agreements. These programs account for a significant amount of the federal funds for which FEMA is accountable. FEMA officials are responsible and accountable for the proper administration of these funds pursuant to federal laws and regulations, Office of Management and Budget circulars, and federal appropriations law principles.
Download or read book Homeland Security written by Charles P. Nemeth and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2013-02-25 with total page 655 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Homeland security is a massive enterprise that gets larger by the moment. What was once mostly a TSA/aviation concern has evolved into a multidimensional operation covering a broad array of disciplines. These include critical infrastructure protection, border security, transportation security, intelligence and counterterrorism, emergency management, immigration and naturalization, and public health. Homeland Security: An Introduction to Principles and Practice, Second Edition provides students and practitioners alike with the latest developments on the makeup, organization, and strategic mission of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This new edition is fully updated with new laws, regulations, and strategies that reflect changes and developments over the last several years. The book offers unique insights into the various roles of multi-jurisdictional agencies and stakeholders at all levels of government—including law enforcement, the military, the intelligence community, emergency managers, and the private sector. Coverage includes: The history of security threats in the American experience, the events leading up to 9/11, and the formation and evolution of the DHS The legal basis and foundation for the DHS The nature of risk and threat Training and preparatory exercises for homeland security professionals How states and localities can work compatibly with federal policy makers Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in both the pre- and post-9/11 and post-Katrina world The agencies and entities entrusted with intelligence analysis Issues surrounding border security, immigration, and U.S. citizenship Homeland security practice in the airline, maritime, and mass transit industries—including national, regional, and local rail systems The interplay between public health and homeland security Each chapter contains extensive pedagogy, including learning objectives, informative sidebars, chapter summaries, end-of-chapter questions, web links, and references to aid in comprehension and retention. Homeland Security: An Introduction to Principles and Practice, Second Edition is the only book to provide an objective, balanced perspective on each of the core components that comprise the DHS’s mission and the priorities and challenges that federal and state government agencies continue to face.
Download or read book Homeland Security Grants Observations on Process DHS Used to Allocate Funds to Selected Urban Areas written by and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fiscal Year 2003 written by and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Office of Domestic Preparedness First Responder Assistance Program written by United States. Congress. House. Select Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness and Response and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Homeland Security Federal Efforts are Helping to Address Some Challenges Faced by State and Local Fusion Centers written by Eileen R. Larence and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2008-10 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Following 9/11, state and local gov¿ts. formed fusion centers, collaborative efforts to detect, prevent, investigate, and respond to criminal or terrorist activity. Recognizing that the centers are a critical mechanism for sharing info., the fed. gov¿t. -- incl. the Dept. of Homeland Security, Dept. of Justice, and the Program Manager for the Info. Sharing Environ. -- is taking steps to partner with fusion centers. This testimony focuses on: (1) the characteristics of fusion centers as of 9/07; and (2) fed. efforts to help alleviate challenges centers identified. This report is based on an 10/07 report on 58 fusion centers and related fed. efforts to support them as well as updated info. obtained by reviewing plans describing selected fed. efforts. Includes recommend. Illus.
Download or read book FY2003 and FY2004 State Allocations for Selected Homeland Security Assistance Programs written by and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
