In performing his or her duties under this chapter, the director may perform all of the following duties, under the direction and control of the Governor, and shall be authorized to:
(1) Prepare a comprehensive plan and program for homeland security, such plan and program to be integrated and coordinated with the plans of the federal government and of other states to the fullest possible extent, including plans for the security of critical infrastructure licensed or regulated by agencies of the federal government.
(2) Cooperate with the President and the heads of the armed forces, with the U. S. Department of Homeland Security, and with the officers and agencies of other states in matters pertaining to the security and defense of the state and nation.
(3) Assist in the utilization of the services and facilities of existing officers and agencies of the state and the political subdivisions of the state for homeland security issues.
(4) Assist state and local law enforcement officers and agencies as may be reasonable and necessary for the purpose of securing compliance with this chapter and with the orders, rules, and regulations made pursuant to this chapter.
Structure Code of Alabama
Title 31 - Military Affairs and Civil Defense.
Chapter 9A - Alabama Homeland Security Act of 2003.
Section 31-9A-1 - Short Title.
Section 31-9A-2 - Findings and Declaration of Necessity; Purpose of Chapter and Public Policy.
Section 31-9A-3 - Definitions.
Section 31-9A-4 - Department of Homeland Security.
Section 31-9A-5 - Director of Homeland Security.
Section 31-9A-6 - Deputy Director of Homeland Security.
Section 31-9A-8 - Additional Powers and Duties.
Section 31-9A-10 - Director May Accept Services From Federal Government and Private Persons.
Section 31-9A-11 - Regular and Emergency Appropriations; State Grants to Political Subdivisions.
Section 31-9A-12 - Homeland Security Task Force.
Section 31-9A-13 - Immunity of State From Liability.
Section 31-9A-14 - Exemption From Disclosure.