HOMELAND SECURITY
Since 9/11, Governor OMalley has been recognized as a national leader on homeland security and public safety issues. He has led nation-wide homeland security efforts as an advocate, exemplar of best practices, and adviser to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Governor OMalley considers public safety one of the most sacred and important responsibilities of those in public service.
As mayor of Baltimore, Governor OMalley was selected by his fellow mayors to co-chair the U.S. Conference of Mayors Homeland Security Task Force.
As Governor of Maryland, OMalley was selected by his fellow governors to co-chair the National Governors Associations Special Committee on Homeland Security and Public Safety.
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano selected Governor OMalley to serve as a key external adviser on the Homeland Security Advisory Council (HSAC).
As an HSAC member, Governor OMalley was selected to chair Task Forces on Violent Extremism and Community Resilience.
Governor OMalley has been a national advocate for homeland security support and resources, delivering addressees on homeland security at the Democratic Leadership Council, National Press Club, Democratic National Convention, and the Center for National Policy, among others, and testifying before the U.S. Congress.
Governor OMalley has worked as an author, collaborator, and partner with renowned homeland security experts such as Richard Clarke, Gary Hart, and Stephen Flynn.
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