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First responders from Rockingham County joined John on the steps of the United States Senate in May 2003.  

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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