Security for Houses of Worship and Faith-Based Organizations Announced

Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin K. McAleenan announced a new Homeland Security Advisory Council (HSAC) tasking that is focused on the security and resiliency of houses of worship and faith-based organizations across the country.

“The right to practice our respective religions free from interference or fear is one of our Nation’s most fundamental and indelible rights. That is why I have tasked HSAC with evaluating how DHS can work with houses of worship and faith-based groups to prevent and ensure protection from acts of violence. Worshiping free from fear is a basic and essential right we must defend and I look forward to receiving the committee's critical feedback,” Acting Secretary McAleenan said.

He also met with HSAC to discuss a range of homeland security issues and his priorities for the Department. The Acting Secretary then swore in two new members to the HSAC, Robert Bonner and Leon Fresco.

This article was originally posted on www.securitymagazine.com.

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