Homeland defense : preliminary observations on defense chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives consequence management plans and preparedness : testimony before the Subcommittee on Terrorism and Unconventional Threats and Capabilities, Committee on Armed Services, House of Representatives / statement of Davi M. D'Agostino.

Variant title Homeland defense : preliminary observations on defense chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high yield explosives consequence management plans and preparedness
Portion of title Preliminary observations on defense chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives consequence management plans and preparedness
SeriesTestimony ; GAO-09-927T
GAO-09-927T. UNAUTHORIZED
Contents Background -- DOD CBRNE consequence management plans and integration with other federal plans -- DOD's planned response to CBRNE incidents -- DOD actions on CCMRF readiness and training and the impact of current deployments -- CCMRF requirements development, funding, and oversight -- Agency comments.
Abstract DOD plays a support role in managing Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and High-Yield Explosives (CBRNE) incidents, including providing capabilities needed to save lives, alleviate hardship or suffering, and minimize property damage. This testimony addresses GAO's preliminary observations on DOD's role in CBRNE consequence management efforts and addresses the extent to which (1) DOD's plans and capabilities are integrated with other federal government plans, (2) DOD has planned for and structured its force to provide CBRNE consequence management assistance, (3) DOD's CBRNE Consequence Management Response Forces (CCMRF) are prepared to perform their mission; and (4) DOD has funding plans for the CCMRF that are linked to requirements for specialized CBRNE capabilities.
General noteTitle from PDF title page (GAO, viewed October 13, 2009).
General note"For release ... July 28, 2009."
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references.
GPO item number0546-D-01 (online)
Govt. docs number GA 1.5/2:GAO-09-927 T

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