House Committee On Homeland Security
Committee Background
| Year Established |
2002 |
| Key Issues |
Oversight of U.S. Department of Homeland Security; border protection; counterterrorism and intelligence efforts; cybersecurity; emergency response |
| Jurisdiction |
Oversight of counterterrorism and intelligence gathering and sharing efforts; oversight of border and maritime protection programs, including U.S. Customs and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE); oversight and legislating relating to cybersecurity and infrastructure protections; emergency preparedness and response, including oversight of Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant programs |
Committee Leadership
Chair Michael McCaul (R - TX)
Chair
Ranking Mem. Bennie Thompson (D - MS)
Ranking Member