The Homeland Security Act, established in 2002, was a response to the terrorist attack of September 11. The Act went to converge 22 federal agencies as the Department of Homeland Security, as well as to establish a mission of the Department. The mission stated within in the act is to "prevent terrorist attacks within the United States", "reduce the vulnerability of the United States to terrorism" and "minimize the damage, and assist in the recovery, from terrorist attacks that do occur within the United States". The Act can be found on the Homeland Security website and is 187 pages long.
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The legislation that required the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to undertake the Quadrennial Homeland Security Review (QHSR) is the Homeland Security Act of 2002. This act established DHS and mandated a comprehensive review of the nation's homeland security strategy every four years. The QHSR aims to evaluate and assess the current state of homeland security and to provide recommendations for future priorities and resource allocation.
The Homeland Security Act of 2002 led to the creation of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to coordinate national efforts in protecting the U.S. from threats and responding to disasters. This act consolidated various agencies and functions under one department to enhance security measures and streamline responses to emergencies. The DHS focuses on preventing terrorism, securing borders, and managing immigration, among other responsibilities, to ensure the safety and resilience of the nation.
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The Homeland Security Act of 2002 was primarily authored by then-Senator Joe Lieberman and then-Representative Christopher Cox, who played key roles in its development. The act was a response to the September 11 attacks and aimed to create the Department of Homeland Security to enhance national security. It was passed by Congress and signed into law by President George W. Bush on November 25, 2002.
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Joint Publication 3-26, Homeland Security National Strategy for Homeland Security
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