Homeland Security Act
/ˈhoʊm.lænd səˈkjʊrɪti ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A United States federal law enacted in 2002 to reorganize national security efforts and establish the Department of Homeland Security.
The Homeland Security Act was a response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks to better coordinate domestic security.
Forms
- homeland security act
- homeland security acts
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Commentary
The term specifically refers to the 2002 statute; when drafting, clarify jurisdiction as it may differ in other countries or contexts.
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