Report provides roadmap for first Homeland Security transition

Identifying and filling critical positions, training new executives and working aggressively to get the next presidential team on board are critical steps for a smooth transition at the Homeland Security Department, according to a new report by the National Academy of Public Administration.

The 118-page report, requested by DHS and the House and Senate Homeland Security Appropriations subcommittees, found that while it has made a solid start in planning for the presidential transition, the department and other key players in homeland security have to do more.

"The panel has provided a roadmap for DHS, and made recommendations to Congress, the presidential candidates, and key federal agencies, to reduce America's vulnerability during the election and presidential transition year," said NAPA President Jennifer Dorn. "I have no doubt that our country is up to the job." ...