The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Executive Branch, the states, the region, and the State Administrative Agent (SAA) for the region issue policies and regulations to guide homeland security planning. Below are some of the key documents guiding decisions in the NCR.

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Description  File Size
Presidential Directives  
Directives  
Homeland Security Presidential Directive - 5
42 KB
Homeland Security Presidential Directive - 7
49 KB
Homeland Security Presidential Directive - 8
42 KB
Supporting Materials
National Preparedness Guidance
1.5 MB
Target Capabilities List
688 KB
Universal Task List
480 KB
DHS National Plans
NIMS
167 KB
National Response Plan
3.9 MB
NFPA 1600
927 KB
National Legislation

Stafford Act

320 KB
State & Other Relevent Plans
Visit the Other Plans Download Page for more detail.
Local Plans
Regional Emergency Coordination PlanSM
The Plan describes the purpose and scope as well as roles of and relationships among member organizations as they relate to regional communication and coordination. The plan also describes how the Regional Incident Communication and Coordination System (RICCS)SM facilitates effective regional decision-making by ensuring communication and coordination. It includes several support annexes. Please visit the RECPSM page for more detail.
11.4 MB