Includes bibliographical references and index.

Public disclosure of information by emergency services agencies : a post-September 11 paradigm shift -- Protecting airports : a review of security measures used to protect the nation's airports and challenges airports have faced because of the increased security regulations -- The American federal system and the "War on Terrorism" -- Preparedness for public health emergencies -- Homeland security begins at home : local planning and regulatory review to improve security -- Preparedness funding -- Experiencing the 2004 Florida hurricanes : a lawyer's perspectiveI -- Coordinated federal emergency responses within the national response plan -- Marshalling resources -- Managing donated resources following catastrophic events -- Representing local governments in catastrophic events -- The Defense Production Act of 1950 and homeland security -- Integrating the private sector in homeland security preparation and response.