Chertoff Announces 2009 Budget Request
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff has released the 2009 Fiscal Year Budget Request. The request outlines five main goals for DHS, “Protect the nation from dangerous people; Protect the nation from dangerous goods; Protect critical infrastructure; Build a nimble, effective Emergency Response System and a culture of preparedness; and Strengthen and Unify DHS operations and management.”
Chertoff’s testimony then outlines the progress that has been made, as well as the challenges that still exist in meeting these goals. Specifically, he outlines how the 2009 budget will help to address the areas where the government has yet to meet these goals.
To view Secretary Chertoff’s testimony in its entirety, go to the Department of Homeland Security’s webpage at http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/testimony/testimony_1203022523404.shtm.