Alert

Due to a lapse in appropriations, the NRC has ceased normal operations. However, excepted and exempted activities necessary to maintain critical health and safety functions—as well as essential progress on designated critical activities, including those specified in Executive Order 14300—will continue, consistent with the OMB-Approved NRC Lapse Plan.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

The Federal agency responsible for leading the unified national effort to secure the U.S. against those who seek to disrupt the American way of life. DHS is also responsible for preparing for and responding to all hazards and disasters and includes the formerly separate Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Coast Guard, and the Secret Service.

Page Last Reviewed/Updated Tuesday, March 09, 2021