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United States intelligence effort shall provide the President and the National Security Council with the necessary information on which to base decisions concerning the conduct and development of foreign, defense and economic policy, and the protection of United States national interests from foreign security threats. All departments and agencies shall cooperate fully to fulfill this goal." Read More

Scholars and Fellows Program Awardees AnnouncedThe Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) announced the award of 103 new scholarships and fellowships to high-performing undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics that are critical to the DHS mission. The DHS Scholars and Fellows Program is designed to nurture the next generation of public-service oriented scientists and engineersRead More

Protecting America, Together The Department of Homeland Security is committed to working with citizens, private industry, trade organizations, and all levels of government to keep America safe and to foster the freedoms that we cherish. There are a wide variety of opportunities to work with the new Department such as forming and implementing public-private partnerships, obtaining technical assistance and training, grants and loans, and becoming part of the DHS team as an employee.

Authorities strike back at Star Wars pirates
The home page for a file-sharing Web site was replaced by this notice that federal authorities had shut down the site. Learn More

Ready.gov - From the US Department of Homeland Security
Emergency preparedness guidance from the US Department of Homeland Security,
lists and explains specific threats and response. How to prepare, glossary, ...

Summer Travel Tips

May 27, 2005 ? With the start of the summer travel season, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is reminding travelers that a few simple steps can smooth your way through the security screening process. Everyone should know that firearms, ammunition and knives are prohibited at the passenger checkpoint. Fireworks are considered explosive materials and are always prohibited in both carry-on and checked baggage.

Travel tips for parents, persons with special needs and the general public, lists of prohibited items and much more can be found on the TSA Web site.

Homeland Security Home Page
A federal agency whose primary mission is to help prevent, protect against, and
respond to acts of terrorism on United States soil.

Homeland Security Institute
Provides extensive coverage on the issue and information on current events, a
weekly newsletter, bibliography, virtual library and links.

Homeland Security Advisory System
Homeland security advisory system and resources. Homeland security guides for
preparing against terror attacks. FREE 300 page homeland security manual.

US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES - Committee on Homeland Security
... House Passes $34 Billion Annual Authorization for Homeland Security ...
Homeland Security Committee Approves Bill, Chairman Cox: ?Good Piece of Public ...

Federal Emergency Management Agency
... Homeland security threat level graphic -- Elevated. » Register For Disaster
Assistance Online «. black line. image of red bullet. SPOTLIGHT. black line ...

DHS Fellowship and Scholarship Program
... The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) realizes that the country?s strong
... programs in a wide array of areas related to homeland security. ...

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