Overview of States Homeland Security Governance

Homeland Security and Technology Division Contact: Joe Trella, 202/624-8566 or jtrella@nga.org July, 2005 Overview of States Homeland Security Governance This analysis describes state homeland security organizational structures that governors established subsequent to September 11, 2001. Homeland security entities were created to ensure states are preparing for a wide range of terrorist attacks. They accomplish this by facilitating the interaction and coordination needed among the governor’s office, the homeland security director, the state emergency management office, other state agencies, local governments, the private sector, volunteer organizations, and the federal government. After September 11, governors designated individuals from various backgrounds in state government to serve as their state homeland security directors. There is no common model; however, in several states, the homeland security director serves as an advisor to the governor in addition to coordinating state emergency management, law enforcement, health, and related public safety functions. In other models, governors designated the state’s Adjutant General as homeland security advisor. While governors generally opted not to create unique cabinet-level positions with oversight over all state agencies, they did form homeland security task forces. The task forces typically consist of executive office staff and agency heads from law enforcement, fire and rescue, public health, National Guard, transportation, public works, and information technology. Finally, this document provides detailed information on homeland security task forces, state homeland security Web sites, enacting legislation/executive orders, and publications. State Homeland Security Organizational Structures ALABAMA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.homelandsecurity.alabama.gov/ Homeland Security Director: Mr. James Walker Organization: Alabama Office of Homeland Security How Created: Authorized by Governor Riley Mission: To coordinate with local officials and private entities throughout the state along with the appropriate federal agencies to collect and analyze intelligence regarding terrorist threats and activities; and facilitate the collection and proper dissemination of relevant information to those officials and authorities who are our first line responders and the primary defenders of our citizens. Public Health: http://www.adph.org/riskcommunications/ ALASKA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.ak-prepared.com/homelandsecurity/ Homeland Security Director: Mr. Thomas J. Burgess Organization: Division of Homeland Security Anti-Terrorism Advisory Council: Created by the Governor in August 2003 by merging the Governor’s Homeland Security Task Force and the federal Anti-Terrorism Task Force. Composition: Approximately 60 agencies and offices are members of the task force. Members include representatives of most federal and state enforcement agencies in Alaska, in addition to representatives of local government and private industry. Task Force Mission: To protect the state’s citizens, resources and infrastructure by sharing information, preventing terrorism, providing emergency preparedness actions in the event of a terrorist incident. Public Health: http://www.epi.hss.state.ak.us/bt/bioterrorinfo.stm State Homeland Security Documents: State Homeland Security Advisory System ARIZONA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.homelandsecurity.az.gov/ Homeland Security Director: Mr. Frank F. Navarrete, Office of Homeland Security Organization: Arizona Office of Homeland Security, Arizona Division of Emergency Management (ADEM). ADEM is part of the Department of Emergency and Military Affairs. As Director of the Office of Homeland Security, Mr. Navarrete reports to the Governor for all statewide activities and issues associated with homeland security. Mr. Navarrete manages the state's homeland security plan and is responsible for ensuring Arizona is safe from terrorism and that protocols are established with federal, state, and local agencies in the event of terrorist activity or other emergency situations. Council Mission: To provide guidance to the Homeland Security Director regarding Arizona's homeland security strategy; enhance the state's ability to detect and prevent future acts of terrorism and improve "all hazard" preparedness, response and recovery capabilities; consult with the Director to develop statewide funding strategies to ensure critical needs are addressed and that entities throughout Arizona can speak jointly on homeland security initiatives; and improve communication and coordination among city, county, state, federal and tribal officials, private sector entities and citizens of Arizona. Public Health: http://www.hs.state.az.us/com_dir.htm State Homeland Security Documents: Securing Arizona: A Roadmap for Homeland Security ARKANSAS Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.adem.state.ar.us/; http://www.accessarkansas.org/government_hs.php Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. Wayne Ruthven Organization: Arkansas Department of Emergency Management (ADEM) How Created: Act 511 of 1973 and ACT 646 of 1999 (Arkansas Emergency Services Act of 1973, Arkansas Code 75-101 et al) direct the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management to maintain a management system that effectively and efficiently provides mitigation of and recovery from the effects of natural and man caused disasters. Agency Mission: To provide a management system that effectively and efficiently provides mitigation of and recovery from the effects of natural and man-caused disasters Arkansas Homeland Security Agencies: Office of the Governor; Department of Emergency Management; Department of Human Services; and the Crime Information Center. Public Health: http://www.healthyarkansas.com/services/bioterrorism/bioterrorism_main.html CALIFORNIA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.oes.ca.gov/; http://www.oes.ca.gov/Operational/OESHome.nsf/ Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. Matt Bettenhausen Organization: State Strategic Committee on Terrorism (SSCOT) How Created: The SSCOT was created in 1999 under the auspices of the California Office of Emergency Services (OES) to consider a broad range of terrorism issues. On October 10, 2001, Governor Davis issued Executive Order D-47-01, directing the SSCOT to evaluate and prepare recommendations regarding terrorist threats to the State of California. See Appendix for Executive Order. Committee Composition: State, local, and federal agencies covering law enforcement, fire and rescue, health and medical, transportation, technology, and other areas critical to anti-terrorism efforts. Committee Mission: SSCOT establishes and prioritizes recommendations for the prevention and response of terrorist attacks. SSCOT evaluates the following: • Public and private infrastructure that support the people and the economy of California; farms, ranches, feeding, processing, storage, delivery, and other systems that are part of the agricultural industry; • Railways, bridges, roadways, terminals, ports, and other transportation systems; hospitals, emergency medical systems, and other health facilities and systems that are critical to the state’s ability to rescue and administer to those who may be affected by terrorist acts; • Computers, computer networks, and other computing systems that provide essential data processing, systems control, and information channels; • Procedures of agencies and departments responsible for issuing licenses and/or regulating materials or processes that pose a potential terrorist threat; and Public employees, facilities, and • Systems that provide services necessary for the protection of the State of California. Public Health: The California Department of Health Services (DHS) provides bioterrorism updates and health warnings as well as planning guidelines for hospitals on its web site. State Homeland Security Documents: Homeland Security Strategic Plan; California Terrorism Response Plan; and State Agency Guidance: Homeland Security Advisory System COLORADO Homeland Security Web Site: http://ops.state.co.us/ Homeland Security Advisor: Carl Wilmes, Executive Director of the Colorado Department of Public Safety (Ms. Pamela Sillars – Acting Deputy Director, OPS) Organization: Governor Bill Owens created the Office of Preparedness and Security (OPS) to bring focus and structure to planning and preparedness activities for potential terrorism incidents in Colorado. In addition, the Colorado Counter Terrorism Advisory Council (CTAC) provides a forum for the primary state and federal agencies to collaborate on the issue of terrorism. How Created: Governor Owens created the Office of Preparedness and Security (OPS) on November 7, 2001 by Executive Order D 018 01. Governor Owens also signed Colorado House Bill 02-1315. CTAC Composition: CTAC has representatives from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA); U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS); Department of Energy (DOE); Federal Protective Service (FPS); Colorado Office of Emergency Management (OEM); Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPH&E); Colorado State Patrol (CSP); and the National Guard. OPS Mission: OPS coordinates plans, responds to, and trains state and local governments in all matters pertaining to terrorism, capitol and executive branch safety, fire safety, and general security matters. Public Health: The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment initially created a web site containing a broad range of bioterrorism information for the public and health care providers. The site provides anthrax threat guidelines and describes the characteristics of chemical agents. The site also offers several links to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) publications. State Homeland Security Documents: Colorado Homeland Security Strategy; and general security procedures that define threat condition levels CONNECTICUT Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.ct.gov/hls/site/default.asp Homeland Security Advisor: James Thomas, Commissioner; Wayne E. Sandford, Department of Public Safety (DPS), Division of Homeland Security Organization: Component of the CT DPS How Created: In August of 2001, Governor John G. Rowland authorized the creation of the Division of Protective Services, as a component of DPS. The Division has been renamed the Division of Homeland Security. Division Mission: To utilize all available resources within state government to develop and implement unified safety and security measures to prevent, mitigate and manage incidents threatening the quality of life of the citizens of Connecticut. Governor’s Domestic Preparedness Senior Steering Council: In 2000 Governor Rowland created the Council including representatives from Public Health, Safety, Transportation, Environmental Protection, Information Technology, Corrections, Fire Academy, Military, Emergency Management, and local entities. Statewide Anti-Terrorism Task Force (SATTF): Task Force was formed in cooperation with the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association. The SATTF is designed to pursue approaches that are not utilized by the Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF). Critical Infrastructure Protection Unit: The Unit is responsible for mapping out critical infrastructure in the state and partnering with private entities to ensure protective measures are being taken and that law enforcement is familiar with the location of sector vulnerabilities. Public Health: http://www.dph.state.ct.us/Agency_News/bioterror.htm Homeland Security Documents: Connecticut Threat Advisory System DELAWARE Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.delawarepublicsafety.com/; http://www.state.de.us/dema/pages/terror_prep.htm Homeland Security Director: Mr. David Mitchell Organization: Delaware Department of Public Safety and Homeland Security Mission: To promote and protect the safety of people and property in Delaware Public Health: http://www.state.de.us/dhss/dph/han/index.html Homeland Security Documents: Delaware Homeland Security Threat Levels FLORIDA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.fdle.state.fl.us Homeland Security Advisor: Governor Jeb Bush signed Executive Order 2001-300 on October 11, 2001 designating the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Commissioner as the state’s Chief of Domestic Security Initiatives. Task Force/Organization: The Governor created the Florida Domestic Security Advisory Panel as well as a Regional Domestic Security Task Force in each of FDLE’s seven regions. How Created: The Domestic Security Advisory Panel and seven Regional Domestic Security Task Forces were authorized by Executive Order 2001-300. See Appendix for Executive Order. Advisory Panel Mission: To provide recommendations and evaluate the implementation of improvements in Florida’s domestic security. The Regional Task Forces are responsible for: • Coordinating domestic security efforts among local, state, and federal resources to ensure such efforts are not fragmented or unnecessarily duplicative; • Coordinating appropriate domestic security training for local and state personnel; • Coordinating the collection and dissemination of investigative and intelligence information; and • Facilitating responses to terrorist incidents within each region. Regional Task Force Composition: These task forces, chaired by sheriffs from seven counties who work closely with FDLE Regional Directors, are comprised of police chiefs, fire chiefs, emergency management directors, health and medical officials, federal and state officials, and private industry executives. Public Health: The Florida Department of Health, Office of Public Health Preparedness coordinates planning and program development for the Department of Health and other Florida agencies to protect the public health of the state’s citizens and visitors from the effects of manmade and natural events. GEORGIA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.gahomelandsecurity.com/ Homeland Security Director: Mr. Michael Sherberger, Georgia Homeland Security Organization: The Georgia Homeland Security Task Force (GHSTF) was created in response to th the events of September 11 . The GHSTF is responsible for coordinating state homeland security efforts in Georgia while coordinating with the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). It is also responsible for gathering intelligence to identify, analyze, and prioritize potential threats to state assets and key infrastructure. How Created: The Task Force acts under the authority of the Governor. Task Force Composition: The GHSTF consists of representatives from the Department of Public Safety (including the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Georgia State Patrol); Department of Defense; Department of Transportation (DOT); Department of Natural Resources (DNR); Department of Human Resources; Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA); Georgia Sheriffs’ Association; Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police; and Fire and EMS Services. Task Force Mission: To lead agencies in the preparation, employment and management of state resources to safeguard Georgia’s citizens against threats or acts of terrorism and the effects of natural disasters. Public Health: The Georgia Division of Public Health (DPH) established the following goals and objectives: (1) include public health as an integral part of response strategies; (2) continue to incorporate surveillance and medical intelligence data into Georgia Information Sharing and Analysis Center (GISAC) reports; (3) adopt procedures to release public information on a quicker basis to preempt misinformation; and (4) expand training opportunities that are currently based in Atlanta to include each of the GEMA regions and follow the training with exercises in the regions. Homeland Security Documents: Georgia Threat Conditions GUAM Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.guamocd.org/main/ Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. Frank F. Blas, Jr., Homeland Security Director Organization: Office of Homeland Security Office of Homeland Security Mission: To develop and coordinate the implementation of a comprehensive plan to protect Guam and its people from terrorism, invasion, insurrection, rebellion, lawless violence or the threat thereof; compile a comprehensive analysis of all entities within the Executive Branch of the Government of Guam who have similar or overlapping responsibilities with the Office in order for the Governor to consolidate all such responsibilities. Civil Defense Advisory Council: Includes representatives from emergency management, law enforcement, fire, public health, hospitals, public works, national guard, courts, military, federal liaisons, private non-profit organizations, and private sector partners. Public Health: http://www.cehn.org/cehn/resourceguide/gdphss.html Homeland Security Documents: Homeland Security Strategic Plan; and guidelines for general security procedures that define threat condition levels. HAWAII Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.scd.state.hi.us/ Homeland Security Advisor: Brigadier General Robert Lee, Adjutant General Organization: Hawaii State Civil Defense Department Mission: To lead the state in providing rapid assistance during disasters with a full range of resources and effective partnerships. Public Health: http://www.hawaii.edu/hiphive/ Homeland Security Documents: State of Hawaii Emergency Alert System (EAS) Plan IDAHO Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.bhs.idaho.gov Homeland Security Advisor: Major General Lawrence F. Lafrenz, Adjutant General Organization: Bureau of Homeland Security, Office of the Governor and Idaho Military Division How Created: Executive Order No. 2003-11 - Governor Dirk Kempthorne (Idaho Code Chapter 10, Title 46, Title 3) Mission: To assist State agencies, counties, cities and Idaho's citizens in preparing for and protecting themselves from the effects of terrorist incidents involving weapons of mass destruction (WMD). This mission will be accomplished by: assembling and disseminating WMD terrorism hazard and risk information by a variety of means, including meetings, briefings, conferences, training sessions, Internet links and written material; providing planning assistance to other State agencies, counties, and cities; providing financial and technical resource assistance to counties and cities to further development and revision of their emergency operations plans; and providing financial and technical resource assistance to counties and cities for their terrorism WMD training and exercise programs. Public Health: http://www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/ ILLINOIS Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.illinoishomelandsecurity.org/ Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. Carl Hawkinson Organization: Illinois Homeland Security Illinois Terrorism Task Force: The Illinois Terrorism Task Force (ITTF) is responsible for assuring that Illinois is ready to respond to an act of terrorism. Task Force Mission: To implement a comprehensive coordinated strategy for domestic preparedness in the state of Illinois, bringing together agencies, organizations and associations representing all disciplines in the war against terrorism. Public Health: http://www.idph.state.il.us/ INDIANA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.in.gov/dhs/terrorism/ Homeland Security Director: Ms. Diane Mack, Indiana Department of Homeland Security Other Organization: Counter-Terrorism and Security Council (C-TASC) How Created: The Governor created C-TASC on October 11, 2002 by Executive Order 01-15. C-TASC operates as a state agency under statutory authority (HEA 1001) by the Indiana General Assembly. C-TASC Composition: C-TASC is composed of the following members: Director; House Speaker; Senate President Pro Tem; State Police Superintendent; State Health Commissioner; Executive Director of the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute; State Transportation Commissioner; Assistant Commissioner of Agriculture; Executive Director of the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA); State Fire Marshal; Utility Regulatory Commission Chairman; FBI Special Agent in Charge (SAC); Grant County Sheriff and a representative of the Integrated Law Enforcement Council; U.S. Attorney Southern District; U.S. Attorney Northern District; Commissioner of Indiana Department of Environmental Management; Judiciary Liaison; and the Adjutant General. Mission: To address terrorism in Indiana by working with federal, state, and local public safety departments and agencies, state and local governments, and private entities to: determine the state strategy for detecting, preparing for, preventing, protecting against, responding to, and recovering from terrorist threats or attacks; periodically review and coordinate revisions to the strategy as deemed necessary; serve as a collection point for information pertaining to terrorist threats or activities within Indiana; ensure, to the extent permitted by law, all appropriate and necessary intelligence and law enforcement information relating to Indiana security is disseminated and exchanged among appropriate departments and agencies responsible for security; and share this information with the public when security permits. Public Health: Since 1999, the Indiana Department of Health has been working with other agencies to include bioterrorism in the state emergency management plan. The health agency also maintains a Bioterrorism Preparedness Fact web site. Homeland Security Documents: Indiana’s Strategy for Homeland Security IOWA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.iowahomelandsecurity.org/ Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. David L. Miller, Homeland Security Advisor and Administrator of the Iowa Emergency Management Division (EMD). Task Force: Task Force on Homeland Security and Defense How Created: Iowa General Assembly, House File (HF) 762 Mission: To develop and coordinate the implementation of a comprehensive state strategy to secure the State of Iowa from terrorist threats or attacks. The EMD coordinates the executive branch’s efforts to detect, prepare for, prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover from terrorist attacks within the State of Iowa. Public Health: Iowa Department of Public Health Homeland Security Documents: Iowa Homeland Security Strategy 2005 KANSAS Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.kansashomelandsecurity.org/ Homeland Security Advisor: Major General Tod Bunting, Adjutant General Organization: Kansas Emergency Management and Homeland Security, a branch of the Adjutant General’s Office Public Health: http://www.ksbiot.org/ KENTUCKY Homeland Security Web Site: http://homelandsecurity.ky.gov/ Homeland Security Advisor: Vacant Department Mission: Lead the Commonwealth's coordination and collaboration efforts with public and private preparedness partners to ensure a “Ready and Prepared” Kentucky. Public Health: http://chfs.ky.gov/dph/preparedness.htm LOUISIANA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.loep.state.la.us/homeland/ Homeland Security Director: Major General Bennett C. Landreneau, Adjutant General and Director, Louisiana Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Organization: Louisiana Domestic Terrorism Advisory Committee, Office of the Governor How Created: Executive Order No. MJF 2001-42; amended by Executive Order No. MJF 02-07 Composition: Deputy Secretary of Public Safety & Corrections, Public Safety Services, or the deputy secretary’s designee; Adjutant General of the Army National Guard or the TAG’s designee; Assistant Director of Emergency Preparedness, Military Department, Office of the Governor, or designee; Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry, or designee; Secretary of Environmental Quality, or designee; Secretary of Health and Hospitals, or designee; Secretary of Transportation and Development, or designee; Secretary of Wildlife and Fisheries, or designee; President of the Sheriff’s Association, or designee; President of the Association of Chiefs of Police, or designee; President of Fire Chiefs Association, or designee; President of the Louisiana Association of Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technicians, or designee; President of the Louisiana Emergency Preparedness Association, or designee; President of the Louisiana Municipal Association, or designee; President of the Louisiana Police Jury Association, or designee; one (1) member of the Louisiana State Police Hazardous Materials Unit; Chair of the Louisiana Homeland Security Committee of the Louisiana House of Representatives, or designee; one (1) sheriff representing one of Louisiana’s sixty-four parishes, or designee; one (1) at-large member representing local emergency management; one (1) at-large member representing local public works departments; one (1) at-large member representing the Louisiana Chemical Association; one (1) at-large member who is an academic employee of a public university in the state; and one (1) at-large member who is an academic employee of a private university in the state. Mission: To provide for the homeland security and emergency preparedness of the state through awareness, prevention, preparedness, and mitigation programs and in the event of natural, manmade, or technological emergencies implement response and recovery programs. Public Health: http://www.loep.state.la.us/homeland/hls-main-Phealth.htm Homeland Security Documents: Louisiana Homeland Security Advisory System; and Questions for Vendors; MAINE Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.state.me.us/mema/homeland/ Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. Arthur W. Cleaves, Director Organization: Maine Emergency Management Agency Strategic Plan Intent: To provide a common focus for resources and planning necessary to achieve a more secure environment for the citizens of Maine from the threats of terrorism. Public Health: http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/boh/ophep/index.htm Homeland Security Documents: Strategic Plan for Maine Homeland Security MARYLAND Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.gov.state.md.us/homelandsecurity.html Homeland Security Director: Mr. Dennis Schrader Other Organization: Domestic Preparedness Division, Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) MEMA Domestic Preparedness Director: Mr. Melvin Blizzard Mission: To provide support and assistance to local jurisdictions to improve local, regional, and statewide capabilities to manage a terrorist incident involving a WMD; address concerns of the state’s citizens relating to common sense approaches on preparedness; coordinate state initiatives related to terrorism consequence management; and work with federal and private partners to integrate efforts into state and local planning. Public Health: http://bioterrorism.dhmh.state.md.us/ Homeland Security Documents: Maryland Homeland Security Strategy MASSACHUSETTS Homeland Security Web Site: Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. Robert Haas, Undersecretary of Law Enforcement and Homeland Security Organization: Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency Task Force: Statewide Anti-Terrorism Unified Response Network (SATURN) How Created: SATURN was created immediately following September 11, 2001 to bring together public safety and public health professionals into a seamless network for information sharing, intelligence gathering, and training. Task Force Composition: Red Team – fire departments and emergency medical services (EMS) providers; White Team – emergency management agencies, hospitals and public health clinics, public health agents, public works departments, and building inspectors; Blue Team – police departments, sheriff departments and State Department of Corrections, parole officers, campus police, housing police, and municipal police departments. Mission: To foster the necessary communication, information sharing, training and planning to enable the Commonwealth to prevent, prepare for, and respond to acts of terrorism. Public Health: http://www.state.ma.us/dph/topics/bioterrorism/bt.htm; http://www.state.ma.us/dph/bioterrorism/advisorygrps/index.htm Homeland Security Documents: Citizens Guide to Terrorism MICHIGAN Homeland Security Web Site: http://michigan.gov/homeland Homeland Security Director: Col. Michael McDaniel, Asst. Adjutant Gen. of Homeland Affairs Organization: Department of Military and Veteran Affairs Composition: MSP; Adjutant General; Michigan Department of Community Health; Michigan Public Service Commission; and the Michigan Community Services Commission. The Michigan State Police Web site provides a list of homeland security resources. How Created: Governor Granholm reorganized the Michigan Homeland Security program as authorized under Executive Order No. 2003-6. Public Health: The Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH); Homeland Security Public Health Issues Michigan Community Service Commission: The Community Service Commission provides a Web site that lists volunteer organizations including the Volunteer Centers of Michigan; Michigan Citizen Corps; USA Freedom Corps Volunteer Network; and Unity in the Spirit of America. MINNESOTA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.hsem.state.mn.us/ Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. Al Bataglia, Director of Homeland Security Organization: Minnesota Department of Public Safety Public Health: http://www.health.state.mn.us/emergency/index.html Department of Agriculture: MDA Anti-Terrorism Efforts Homeland Security Documents: Minnesota School Preparedness Guide MISSISSIPPI Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.homelandsecurity.ms.gov/ Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. Edward Worthington, Director Organization: Mississippi Office of Homeland Security How Created: Reorganization immediately following September 11, 2001. Mission: To better prepare Mississippi to prevent, prepare for, and respond to terrorist attacks by working closely with federal, state, and local agencies. National Interagency Incident Management System (NIIMS): Former Governor Musgrove signed Executive Order # 851 on October 16, 2001 implementing NIIMS as the state standard for all responses. Public Health: Public Health Emergency Preparedness MISSOURI Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.homelandsecurity.state.mo.us/ Homeland Security Advisor: Michael Chapman, Director of Public Safety Organization: Missouri Office of Homeland Security How Created: Governor Holden created the Missouri Office of Homeland Security on September 26, 2001. On September 11, 2002 the Governor created the Missouri Security Panel through Executive Order 02-15. Composition: Leaders representing state and local government, state and local law, fire, and emergency planning officials, private citizens and other officials. Office of Homeland Security Mission: To develop, integrate, and coordinate homeland security policy, deter and prevent terrorism and prepare to effectively respond to and recover from natural, manmade, and technological disasters. Public Health: http://www.health.state.mo.us/BT_Response/BT_Response.html Homeland Security Documents: Missouri Homeland Security Plan and Questions for Vendors MONTANA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.state.mt.us/dma/des/homelandsecurity/ Homeland Security Advisor: Mr Dan McGowan, Administrator Disaster & Emergency Services Organization: Homeland Security Task Force How Created: Governor Judy Martz created the Homeland Security Task Force by Executive Order No. 28-01. Task Force Composition: The Task Force is chaired by the DES Administrator and composed of such additional members of the State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) as may be designated by the Chairperson; Chief Information Officer/Department of Administration; Administrator of the Division of Criminal Investigation/Department of Justice; Adjutant General or his/her designee; Public Health Disaster Coordinator/Department of Public Health and Human Services; and any such other members as the Chairperson, in his/her discretion, may designate. Mission: To develop clear lines of communication and protocol for working with the federal Department of Homeland Security, the U.S. Department of Justice, and all other relevant federal, state, local, tribal, and private agencies and organizations; and develop and implement a comprehensive statewide strategy to strengthen Montana’s capabilities to detect, prepare for, prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover from any terrorist threats or attacks within the state. Public Health: The Montana Department of Health and Human Services provides Health Alert Network (HAN) Advisories and Updates regarding bioterrorism issues including information on anthrax and other biological agent threats. This and other bioterrorism information is included on the department’s web site. Homeland Security Documents: Montana’s Citizen’s Guide to Homeland Security Preparedness NEBRASKA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.nol.org/homeland/; http://www.nbema.org Homeland Security Advisor: Lieutenant Governor Rick Sheehy, Director Organization: Nebraska Homeland Security Office Composition: Representatives from the Military Department, Emergency Management, State Patrol, State Fire, Health and Human Services, Governor’s Policy Group, University of Nebraska System, Agriculture, Department of Environmental Quality, FBI, Department of Administrative Services, and the State Energy Office. Mission: To ensure the emergency response system within the state and the State Emergency Operations Plan; support the Lt. Governor and the Policy Group for Homeland Security; implement the State disaster assistance and recovery program; operate the radiological emergency preparedness program; oversee the State Emergency Response Commission (SERC); and conduct comprehensive training and exercises. Public Health: http://www.hhs.state.ne.us/aftermath/preparedness.htm Documents: Nebraska’s Homeland Security Strategy NEVADA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.homelandsecurity.nv.gov/ Homeland Security Director: Mr. Dale Carrison, Chairman, Nevada Homeland Security Committee, Mr. Giles Vanderhoof, Homeland Security Administrator Organization: Nevada Commission on Homeland Security How Created: Nevada Legislature – effective July 1, 2003 Composition: Comprised of the following committees – Grants; Law Enforcement; Communication; Planning, Public Health; Strategic Planning; and Training Mission: To analyze and provide timely advice to the Governor of Nevada on all homeland security issues that might affect the state. Public Health: http://homelandsecurity.nv.gov/PublicHealth.htm Homeland Security Documents: Nevada Homeland Security Citizen’s Guide NEW HAMPSHIRE Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.nhoem.state.nh.us/home.asp Homeland Security Director: Mr. Bruce Cheney, Director of Emergency Services Organization: New Hampshire Department of Safety Public Health: http://www.dhhs.state.nh.us/DHHS/OEP/default.htm NEW JERSEY Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.njhomelandsecurity.com/ Homeland Security Director: Mr. Sidney Casperson, Director Organization: New Jersey Office of Counter-Terrorism Office of Counter-Terrorism: As the state’s primary agency responsible for combating terrorism, the Office of Counter-Terrorism is a separate unit within the Department of Law and Public Safety, and has all the powers conferred to the department including law enforcement powers in accordance with the Criminal Justice Act. New Jersey Domestic Security Preparedness Task Force: The Task Force is responsible for preserving, protecting and maintaining the domestic security of the state and for developing, implementing and managing comprehensive responses to possible terrorist attacks or other technological disasters. Established in, but not of, the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, the task force reports directly to the Governor. How Created: The Task Force was created by the New Jersey Domestic Security Preparedness Act, signed into law on October 4, 2001. Task Force Composition: Attorney Genera; Superintendent, State Police; Adjutant General; Commissioner of Transportation; Commissioner of Community Affairs; President, Board of Public Utilities; Director, Office of Information Technology; Director, Office of CounterTerrorism; Secretary of Agriculture; Commissioner of Environmental Protection; Commissioner of Health and Senior Services; Coordinator Office of Recovery and Victim Assistance; and three public members appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate. One of the public members must possess a background or experience in chemical or biological agents used in acts of terrorism. Task Force Mission: To reinforce and expand New Jersey's existing antiterrorism efforts by enhancing and integrating security, planning and preparedness measures throughout the state; by establishing a cooperative effort among government agencies at all levels (state, local and federal) and the private sector; and by fostering greater unity in coordinating the state's domestic security preparedness and planning. Task Force Subgroups: Two major subgroups were created to assist the task force in fulfilling its mission: an Infrastructure Advisory Committee and a Domestic Security Preparedness Planning Group. Public Health: http://www.state.nj.us/health/lh/lincs/bioman.htm NEW MEXICO Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.governor.state.nm.us/homeland.php Homeland Security Director: Tim Manning, Acting Director Organization: Office of Homeland Security, Office of the Governor How Created: New Mexico's Office of Homeland Security was created under Executive Order issued by Governor Bill Richardson on March 18, 2003. New Mexico Homeland Security Advisory Council: Established to develop an overall knowledge of Homeland Security issues through appropriate briefings as determined by Office of Homeland Security; and Assess New Mexico's state of readiness and generate recommendations to the Office of Homeland Security for a comprehensive homeland security strategy. Advisory Council Composition: Representatives from the State Departments of Public Safety; Health; Energy; NM Tech; Adjutant General, Fire Marshal; Bureau Chief, IP & EMS, Health Department; Executive Director, New Mexico Association of Counties; and the Executive Director, New Mexico Municipal League. Mission: To develop an overall knowledge of Homeland Security issues through appropriate briefings as determined by Office of Homeland Security; and assess New Mexico's state of readiness and generate recommendations to the Office of Homeland Security for a comprehensive homeland security strategy. Public Health: www.health.state.nm.us NEW YORK Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.state.ny.us/security/ Homeland Security Director: Mr. James W. McMahon, Director Mr. James K. Kallstrom, Governor’s Sr. Advisor for Counter-Terrorism Organization: Office of Public Security – reports directly to the Governor How Created: Governor Pataki created the Office by Executive Order No. 113.34 on October 10, 2001. Mission: To oversee, coordinate, and direct State resources related to the detection, identification, response, prevention, and recovery from a terrorist act or threat in New York State. Public Health: http://www.health.state.ny.us/nysdoh/bt/bt.htm NORTH CAROLINA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.ncgov.com/asp/subpages/safety_security.asp Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. Bryan Beatty, Secretary, Department of Crime Control and Public Safety Organization: Department of Crime Control and Public Safety; Governor’s Anti-Terrorism Task Force How Created: Task Force was created by Governor Mike Easley subsequent to September 11, 2001 Composition: Office of the Governor; N.C. Department of Crime Control and Public Safety Divisions of Highway Patrol, National Guard, Emergency Management, Alcohol Law Enforcement; N.C. Department of Health and Human Services - Division of Public Health; N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources; N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services - State Veterinarian's Office; N.C. Department of Transportation and the Division of Motor Vehicles; N.C. Department of Justice - State Bureau of Investigation; N.C. Department of Insurance - State Fire Marshall's Office; the School of Public Health at the University of North Carolina System; and the Office of Information Technology Services. Task Force Committees: Threat Assessment and Reduction; Emergency Response; Training; and Public Information. Public Health: http://www.epi.state.nc.us/epi/phpr; University of North Carolina Center for Public Preparedness Department of Agriculture: Emergency Programs Division; and North Carolina State Animal Response Team (START) NORTH DAKOTA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.state.nd.us/dem/homeland/ Homeland Security Coordinator: Mr. Doug Friez Homeland Security Coordinator and Emergency Management Director Organization: North Dakota Emergency Management How Created: By Governor Mission: To coordinate statewide homeland security efforts in awareness, preparedness, prevention and response. Public Health: http://www.health.state.nd.us/EPR/ OHIO Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.homelandsecurity.ohio.gov/hls.asp Homeland Security Executive Director: Mr. John Overly, Executive Director Organization: Ohio Office of Homeland Security Ohio Security Task Force: Comprised of state representatives from: health; agriculture; mental health; environmental protection; emergency management; fire marshal; transportation; education; adjutant general; administrative services; public utilities; highway patrol; emergency medical services; natural resources; criminal justice; community service; attorney general; insurance; the Ohio Senate; and Ohio House of Representatives. Security Task Force Mission: To plan, develop, and coordinate statewide resources in support of public and private entities responsible for preventing terrorism, raising awareness, reducing vulnerabilities, responding to and recovering from terrorist acts. Terrorism Awareness & Prevention Program: A community-based educational training for Ohio citizens that provides residents with critical information on terrorist goals and threats; demonstrates how residents may better protect themselves through safety and security planning; builds partnerships with residents, law enforcement, first responders and community service providers; and identifies ways Ohioans can actively participate in creating safer neighborhoods and communities. Public Health: http://www.odh.state.oh.us/Alerts/bio_t/biot1.htm Homeland Security Documents: Homeland Security Guide; and Vendor Form OKLAHOMA Homeland Security Web Site: http://youroklahoma.com/homelandsecurity/ Homeland Security Advisor (Acting): Maj. Kerry Pettingill Organization: Oklahoma Office of Homeland Security Mission: To develop and coordinate the implementation of a comprehensive statewide strategy to secure the state from the results of terrorism, public health emergency, cyberterrorism, and weapons of mass destruction; and perform other duties assigned to it by the Governor. Public Health: http://www.health.state.ok.us/bt/index.html OREGON Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.oregon.gov/OOHS/index.shtml Homeland Security Advisor: Ms. Beverlee Stillwell, Director Organization: Oregon Office of Homeland Security Mission: To provide leadership in the protection of Oregonians, their property, the environment, and Oregon's economy from disasters and acts of terrorism through prevention, preparedness, responsiveness and recovery efforts. Public Health: http://www.dhs.state.or.us/publichealth/bioterrorism/index.cfm Homeland Security Documents: Regional Alliances for Infrastructure and Network Security PENNSYLVANIA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.homelandsecurity.state.pa.us Homeland Security Director: Mr. Jonathan A. Duecker, Director Mr. Joseph A. Goodwin, Deputy Director Organization: Office of Homeland Security Governor’s Working Group: The Governor’s Working Group consists of representatives from the Office of Homeland Security; Emergency Management Agency (PEMA); Commission on Juvenile Delinquency; Department of General Services; Office of the Budget; Office of General Counsel; and others to ensure that the process of fund distribution and equipment allocation is efficient and expedited. Regional Counter-Terrorism Task Forces: The Task Forces are aggregated county groups augmented by the various state and federal officials having regional responsibilities in the Regional Counter-Terrorism Task Force area. These partners include the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms; Pennsylvania State Police; National Guard, Environmental Protection; and Health and Medical organizations. Public Health: The Pennsylvania Department of Health has established a statewide disease surveillance capability covering 229 hospitals, 180 laboratories, and ultimately, 50,000 physicians; initiated bioterrorism “trip wire” research projects in Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and Pittsburgh that will collect and analyze data from hospitals, poison centers, pharmacies and other industries for patterns indicating infectious disease; created the Public Health Preparedness Program; developed the PA SMART program, described as a health “SWAT Team”; and activated a 800 MHz Public Safety Radio Network that partners with District Health Offices. Information Sharing: The Commonwealth is committed to a counter-terrorism strategy that is based upon prevention through the exchange of information and intelligence. Several programs have been implemented to achieve those goals: the Pennsylvania Emergency Incident Report System (PEIRS); the Justice Network (JNET); and the Pennsylvania Incident Response System (PAIRS). PUERTO RICO Homeland Security Advisor: Ms. Annabelle Rodriguez, Attorney General MMMMmmMMMMMission:Annabelle Rodrigueztl RHODE ISLAND Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.riema.ri.gov Homeland Security Advisor: Major General Reginald Centracchio, Director Organization: Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) Public Health: http://www.health.ri.gov/environment/biot/index.php SOUTH CAROLINA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.sled.state.sc.us/default.htm Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. Robert M. Stewart, Chief, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) ; Stan McKinney, Executive Assistant to the Chief, Homeland Security Grant Director Organization: The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is the operational authority and lead state agency for the State of South Carolina. It is responsible for preparing against acts of terrorism in or affecting the State. Counter-Terrorism Coordinating Council: SLED Chief; SC Emergency Management; President Pro Tempore of the Senate; Speaker of the House; Attorney General; Adjutant General; SC Superintendent of Education; SC State Fire Marshal; U.S. Attorney; Federal Bureau of Investigations SAC; SC Sheriffs’ Association; SC Police Chief’s Association; SC Firemen’s Association; SC Emergency Medical Services Association; SC Emergency Management Association; National Emergency Numbers Association; SC Health and Environment; SC Budget and Control Board; SC Natural Resources; SC Transportation; SC Public Safety; SC Probation and Parole; Coast Guard Commander; SC Hospital Association; American Red Cross; SC Chamber of Commerce; sc Municipal Association; Low Country Coordinating Council; Midlands Coordinating Council; Pee Dee Coordinating Council; and Piedmont Coordinating Council. Counter-Terrorism Coordinating Council Mission: To support and advise the SLED concerning its counter terrorism mission in an effort to facilitate and foster cooperation and coordination among various governmental and private entities and disciplines both statewide and regionally. Public Health: The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, the South Carolina Emergency Preparedness Division, State Budget and Control Board and the Xtend Corporation collaborated to develop the “Anthrax Prevention Program.” The initiative is a state online training program that complies with standards established by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the United States Postal Service. SOUTH DAKOTA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.state.sd.us/homeland/ Homeland Security Director: John A. Berheim, Director of Homeland Security Organization: Office of Public Safety Mission: Coordinate an extensive information sharing network between all levels of government and local officials, assist city, county and tribal governments to determine their anti-terrorism needs, and manage anti-terrorism Homeland Security grants to assist city, county and tribal governments with the acquisition of resources needed to both prevent acts of terrorism and to respond and recover should one occur. Public Health: http://www.state.sd.us/doh/Alerts/index.htm TENNESSEE Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.state.tn.us/homelandsecurity/ Homeland Security Director: Mr. Rick Shipkowski, Acting Director Organization: Office of Homeland Security Office of Homeland Security Mission: To develop and coordinate the implementation of a comprehensive strategy to secure Tennessee from terrorist threats and attacks. Tennessee Homeland Security Council: Comprised of Director, Homeland Security; Commissioner, Department of Safety; Colonel, Highway Patrol; Commissioner, Department of Transportation; Adjutant General, Department of Military; Director, Emergency Management; Commissioner, Department of Health; Director, Bureau of Investigations; Commissioner, Department of Agriculture; Commissioner, Department of Environment and Conservation; Commissioner, Department of Finance and Administration; Chief Information Officer; Assistant Commissioner, State Fire Marshal’s Office; Attorney General; Chief, Chattanooga Police Department; County Executive, Jefferson County; Mayor, City of Cleveland; Deputy Governor; Sheriff, Madison County; Emergency Management Director, Putman County; Chief, Sparta Fire Department; and Chief, Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency Law Enforcement. Public Health: http://www2.state.tn.us/health/CEDS/bioterrorism.htm Agriculture: University of Tennessee Biosecurity Program TEXAS Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.texashomelandsecurity.com/ Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. Stephen McCraw, Director of Homeland Security; Mr. Jay Kimbrough, Senior Advisor to the Governor on Homeland Security Organization: Texas Homeland Security – Office of the Governor Public Health: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/comprep/default.shtm Department of Agriculture: http://www.agr.state.tx.us/iga/security/index.htm UTAH Homeland Security Web Site: http://cem.utah.gov/ Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. Verdi White, Director Organization: Division of Emergency Services and Homeland Security Division Mission: To secure and protect all people in Utah from man-made threats against freedom, life, property and the environment. Public Health: http://health.utah.gov/bt/ Homeland Security Documents: Emergency Procedures Checklist for Schools; and Utah Homeland Security Advisory System VERMONT Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.dps.state.vt.us/homeland/ Homeland Security Advisor: Cap. Chris Reinfurt, Director Organization: Vermont Department of Homeland Security Mission: To provide state, regional and local terrorism response planning; gather, evaluate, and disseminate terrorism intelligence information; coordinate state and federal terrorism response training; and manage and administer federal terrorism grants. Public Health: http://www.healthyvermonters.info/prepared.shtml Homeland Security Documents: State of Vermont Homeland Security Advisory System; Weapons of Mass Destruction: Coping with an Attack; and Vermont First Responders Guide to an Act of Terror VIRGINIA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.commonwealthpreparedness.virginia.gov/ Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. George Foresman, Asst. to the Governor for Commonwealth Preparedness; Mr. Robert B. Newman, Deputy Asst. Organization: Secure Virginia Initiative which established the Secure Virginia Panel. The Panel is chaired by the Assistant to the Governor for Commonwealth Preparedness. How Created: The Governor Warner created the Virginia Security Panel under the authority of Executive Order 7. Panel Composition: The Panel Chairman is the Assistant to the Governor for Commonwealth Preparedness. Other members include the Lieutenant Governor; Attorney General; two members of the House of Delegates; two members of the Senate of Virginia; and the Secretaries of Health and Human Resources, Public Safety, Technology, and Transportation. The Governor also appoints four additional members from the private sector. Ex officio members may be appointed to the Panel by the Governor at his discretion. Virginia Security Panel Mission: To review, evaluate, and make recommendations relating to the emergency preparedness of government at all levels in the Commonwealth; and foster cabinet-level coordination among the various state agencies related to emergency preparedness and facilitates private sector preparedness and communication. Public Health: The Virginia Department of Health maintains a Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Program web page that provides the general public and health care professionals with fact sheets, FAQs, and related guidelines. Homeland Security Documents: Virginia’s Homeland Security National Strategy; and Vendor Inquiries WASHINGTON Homeland Security Web Site: http://emd.wa.gov/ Homeland Security Director: Major General Timothy J. Lowenberg, Adjutant General Organization: Washington State Committee on Terrorism How Created: In January 2000, Governor Gary Locke directed the formation of the Committee on Terrorism (COT). Composition: Core membership consists of representatives from the following state entities: Ecology; Agriculture; Health; Information Services; Transportation; Emergency Management; Social and Health Services; National Guard; Financial Management; State Patrol; Fire Protection Division; and Labor and Industries. In addition there are representatives from local emergency management; local emergency medical service (EMS); local fire departments; local law enforcement (Chiefs and Sheriffs); local public health; and the Association of Hospitals. Advisory members include the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA); Public Health Services; Department of Personnel; Coast Guard; Department of Defense; Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); and the Employment Security Department. Mission: To develop and recommend to the Emergency Management Council (EMC) statewide strategies that address threats and acts of terrorism through mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery activities. Public Health: http://www.doh.wa.gov/BioTerr/default.htm Homeland Security Documents: The Washington Statewide Homeland Security Strategic Plan;; and State of Washington Telecommunications Service Priority (TSP) Plan WEST VIRGINIA Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.wvs.state.wv.us/wvoes/ Homeland Security Advisor: Mr. Jim Spears, Secretary Military Affairs and Public Safety Organization: WV. Dep. Homeland Security and Emergency Management Public Health: http://www.wvdhhr.org/idep/bioterrorism%5Fpublic.htm WISCONSIN Homeland Security Web Site: http://homelandsecurity.wi.gov Homeland Security Advisor: Major General Albert H. Wilkening, Adjutant General Organization: Wisconsin Homeland Security State Homeland Security Mission: To assist state, county, local, and tribal governments, as well as, businesses and citizens in initiating standardized actions as the result of changes in the United States and the State of Wisconsin Homeland Security Threat Condition Advisory Systems. Governor’s Homeland Security Council: In March 2003, Governor Jim Doyle created the Governor's Homeland Security Council to help coordinate and direct the state's efforts to prevent and respond to potential terrorist attacks in Wisconsin. Council Mission: To coordinate the state's terrorism preparedness efforts, assist local governments and agencies and make recommendations to the Governor to enhance Wisconsin's homeland security measures. Council Composition: Administrator, Wisconsin Emergency Management; Administrator, Division of Criminal Investigation, Department of Justice; Chief, Wisconsin State Capitol Police; Executive Director of the Office of Justice Assistance; and the Superintendent of the Wisconsin State Patrol. Public Health: http://dhfs.wisconsin.gov/preparedness/ Homeland Security Documents: Homeland Security Advisory System Information for Citizens; Homeland Security Advisory System Information for Businesses; and Homeland Security Advisory System Information for Government WYOMING Homeland Security Web Site: http://www.wyohomelandsecurity.state.wy.us Homeland Security Director: Mr. Joe Moore, Wyoming Homeland Security Director Larry Majerus, Deputy Director Organization: Governor’s Office of Wyoming Homeland Security How Created: Former Governor Gehringer created the Homeland Security Council under the authority of Executive Order 2002-1. Mission: To detect and prevent terrorist activities and to alert and support the state’s citizens and first responders. Public Health: http://allhazards.state.wy.us/ AMERICAN SAMOA Homeland Security Advisor: Leiataua Birdsall V. Ala’ilima, Special Assistant to the Governor Organization: Office of Territory Emergency Management NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS Homeland Security Special Advisor: Mr. Jerry Crisostomo VIRGIN ISLANDS Homeland Security Advisor: Major General Cleave A. McBean, Adjutant General