“Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano today delivered remarks at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference in Denver, Colo., emphasizing her commitment to enhanced information sharing with state and local law enforcement partners to combat threats of terrorism.

‘Effective information sharing is essential to our partnerships with state and local law enforcement as we work together to secure our country,’ said Secretary Napolitano. ‘DHS will continue to strengthen fusion centers and other collaborative initiatives across the country to enhance our capabilities to combat terrorism and serious crime.’”

(Source: Napolitano: local partners essential in the fight against terrorism and border security)