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Homeland Security
“The American people need to be assured that the government is doing everything it can to ensure peace and stability here at home as we continue to fight the war on terrorism around the globe.”
--Congressman Mike Pence
PATRIOT Act
Following the terrorist attacks of September 11, through my seat on the House Judiciary Committee, I helped craft legislation to empower law enforcement in its pursuit of terrorists. The PATRIOT Act addresses several different areas of law enforcement including surveillance, intelligence gathering, computer crimes, immigration and money laundering.
The delicate balance this legislation strikes between preventing terrorism and protecting civil liberties requires strong congressional oversight as this law is implemented. The Judiciary Committee continues to receive numerous reports from Attorney General John Ashcroft detailing the implementation of the PATRIOT Act and how it is affecting civil liberties. I continue to closely monitor this situation.
Department of Homeland Security
In addition to legislation to combat terrorism, I supported creation of the new Department of Homeland Security, the largest reorganization of the government since the beginning of the Cold War. As a result, our ability to defend the homeland is more effective, efficient and organized.
The formation of the Department of Homeland Security incorporated into one coherent department the numerous agencies and government entities responsible for the security of our homeland. All agencies will be listed under four major directorates: Border and Transportation Security, Emergency Preparedness and Response, Science and Technology, and Information Analysis and Infrastructure Protection.
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Documents:
Press Release
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PENCE STATEMENT ON TERRORIST ATTACKS IN INDIA
12.1.2008
Press Release
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PENCE REMEMBERS 9/11
9.10.2008
Press Release
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PENCE URGES PRAYER AND GENEROSITY BY HOOSIERS AS GUSTAV APPROACHES GULF COAST
8.31.2008
Speeches and Floor Statements
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PENCE URGES CONGRESS TO TAKE A STAND AGAINST IRAN
7.16.2008
Press Release
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PENCE SUPPORTS EXTENSION OF FOREIGN INTELLIGENCE SURVEILLANCE ACT
6.20.2008
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Related Files:
PENCE SPEECH ON DIPLOMATICALLY PRESSURING IRAN
PENCE SPEAKS IN SUPPORT OF FISA AMENDMENTS ACT OF 2008
PENCE ONE MINUTE SPEECH ON CLEAN WAR FUNDING BILL
PENCE FLOOR SPEECH ON WAR SUPPLEMENTAL - 5-15-2008
PENCE PARTICIPATES IN PETRAEUS/CROCKER HEARING
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