First responders from
Rockingham County joined John on the steps of the United States
Senate in May 2003. |
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Homeland Security
Though a small state, New Hampshire is home to airports large and
small, nuclear and non-nuclear capable military installations, a
nuclear power plant, an international border crossing, a seaport,
a seacoast, mountains, lakes, rivers, dense urban areas, and wilderness.
As such, the state’s homeland security needs are as significant
as they are diverse. Tens of thousands of people from around the
world visit New Hampshire each year for business and to take advantage
of its many tourist attractions, natural beauty, and recreational
opportunities.
New Hampshire’s proximity to several other states, as well as to
Canada, requires interstate and international planning, coordination,
and communication. John has worked closely with state, local, and
federal officials to secure their feedback on ways to assist them
in their homeland security efforts.
To continue to improve our domestic security and preparedness, John
will continue to focus on:
Enhancing security at border crossings, airports, and seaports;
Improving customs and immigration enforcement;
Reforming the visa system;
Gathering and sharing intelligence among all agencies of federal,
state, and local governments in a seamless manner;
Ensuring a risk-based and flexible homeland security grant process
for state and local public safety agencies;
Researching and developing technologies to bolster security and reduce
costs; and,
Funding, staffing, and streamlining efforts to make sure agencies
responsible for preparing for and responding to natural disasters
and terrorist attacks at all levels of government are able to communicate
with one another to effectively manage any crisis.
Further information on the United States
Department of Homeland Security can be found at: www.dhs.gov
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