There are a number of federal government agencies that deal with homeland security issues. Most of them are sub-agencies of the Department of Homeland Security. This page provides basic navigation of these agencies and the resources on their web sites.
Key Resources
- Department of Homeland Security
This is the home page of the Department of Homeland Security, the department whose mission is to protect the United States from attack.- Citizen resources This site provides quick links to resources for prepare for disasters (both natural and man-made).
- Homeland Security Advisory System
Want to know the threat level? This site shares the level and what information has lead to that level.
- Citizen resources This site provides quick links to resources for prepare for disasters (both natural and man-made).
- Transportation Security Administration
- Traveler Resources This is the hub for all the information you need the next time you walk into the airport.
- Prohibited Items Want to know what you can bring on the plane? Check out this page for up-to-date information on the items you can bring on the plane.
- Traveler Resources This is the hub for all the information you need the next time you walk into the airport.
- Federal Emergency Management Agency
- Disaster Information This page links to information on the various forms of disasters, from floods to nuclear power emergencies. You can find information on protecting yourself in these situations and what to do after the disaster has passed.
- Recovery This site provides information for victims of a disaster, such as applications for assistance and finding assistance.
- Disaster Information This page links to information on the various forms of disasters, from floods to nuclear power emergencies. You can find information on protecting yourself in these situations and what to do after the disaster has passed.
- Ready.gov
This web site provides quick information on preparing for and dealing with a disaster.
Guides to Resources
In addition to finding information on the agencies' web sites, there are databases that can lead you to government research in the area of Homeland Security:
- Defense Technical Reports
This is the database of reports written regarding defense. You can find information on homeland security, the after effects of attacks and other homeland security information. The newer reports in this database are available in full-text, to access the older materials contact your local depository library.
- Homeland Security Digital Library
This database requires a free registration to use (unless you use it at your local depository library). In here are all the reports put out by the government and selected non-governmental organizations on homeland security issues. You can search the database or browse by topic.
- Government Accountability Office: Homeland Security
Want to read reports on how the government is addressing homeland security issues? This agency conducts non-partisan investigations on the efficiency and effectiveness of government programs.
Resource Exercises
Surviving the flight
Anyone who has flown lately knows the problems you can encounter as you head out to the airport. This guide is an attempt to provide you with resources to survive that next trip.
- Picking your flight time/airport
Have a couple airports or flexible flight times? Why not check out the average security checkpoint wait times before you book that flight.
- Traveling with Kids
TSA has designed a web site to provide quick information on issues specific to families traveling with children. It answers questions on traveling with formula and other important questions.
- Traveling with disabilities
In a wheelchair or have leg braces? This site answers questions on the experience for those with disabilities going through the security experience in the airport.
