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Laws & Regulations
Laws are passed by Congress and signed by the President. Regulations are issued to carry out the intent of enacted legislation.
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The mission of the Department of Homeland Security is to ensure a homeland that is safe, secure, and resilient against terrorism and other hazards.
DHS Rulemaking
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New laws and regulatory actions impacting the Department of Homeland Security.
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An overview of general DHS Laws, with a focus on emergency management, immigration, maritime law and transportation security.
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View Executive branch documents laying out the national strategy to secure the homeland.
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DHS issues guidance documents to help the public understand how DHS administers its statutory and regulatory authorities.
Guidance
01/09/2026