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DHS Establishes First-Ever Tribal Homeland Security Advisory Council

DHS Establishes First-Ever Tribal Homeland Security Advisory Council 

 Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the establishment of the first-ever Tribal Homeland Security Advisory Council and the opening of the nomination period for membership.

Tribal Homeland Security Advisory Council

The Tribal Homeland Security Advisory Council (THSAC) will provide advice and recommendations to the Secretary, through engagement with DHS components, agencies, and offices, and by producing recommendations, studies, reports, and more. Given the critical importance of how DHS engages with tribes and Tribal Nations, the Council will be charged with collaborating on all matters of homeland security as they relate to Tribal nations.

DHS Tribal Consultation Policy

This Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Tribal Consultation Policy outlines the guiding principles under which DHS is to engage with governments of Indian Tribes. The DHS Tribal Consultation Policy is intended to be continually updated and refined to reflect our ongoing engagement and collaboration with Tribal partners.

Tribal Resource Guide

DHS’s Office of Intergovernmental Affairs developed this guide to highlight some of the DHS resources available to tribal nations to keep our nations safe and secure.

Tribal Government Affairs

The Tribal Government Affairs team within the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs (IGA) is the designated lead for tribal relations and consultation at the DHS.