Domestic Preparedness Support Initiative

The DOW Domestic Preparedness Support Initiative, in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Homeland Defense and Americas’ Security Affairs, coordinates Department of War (DOW) efforts to identify, evaluate, deploy, and transfer technology, items, and equipment to Federal, State, and local first responders. Through the DOW Domestic Preparedness Support Initiative, the DOW fulfills Congress’ intent to support public safety and homeland security by leveraging taxpayer investments in defense technology and equipment. Partnerships with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ), and communications with first responders, are critical for success in this important mission! Working closely with DHS and DOJ, we promote the advancement, commercialization, and transition of high priority DOW projects that can result in first responder capability improvements.