General Info

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, a cabinet-level federal agency, assists with issues concerning national economic security, public health and safety. The agency offers organizes educational and training programs for citizens to respond to potential terrorist attacks and other emergencies. It operates several state and local fusion centers to coordinate with local law enforcement and other agencies. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security provides protection against catastrophic terrorism threats. The agency has partnerships with several educational institutions, agencies and laboratories to conduct multidisciplinary researches for homeland security purposes. In addition, it assists with the risk and economic analysis of terrorism events. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security strengthens legal efforts to keep international gang members out of the U.S.