Federal Register #2026-18517

Establishment of Department of Defense Homeland Defense Board Advisory Committee

This notice announces the establishment of the Department of Defense Homeland Defense Board (HDB) as a discretionary Federal advisory committee. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense (DoD) - Office of the Secretary of Defense - Purpose: - Creation of the Homeland Defense Board to provide integrated, military-specific advice on homeland defense, security cooperation, multi-domain defense strategies, and regional geopolitics (Western Hemisphere focus) - Membership: - Up to 20 members, including senior DoD officials and experts in homeland defense, military strategy, defense support of civil authorities, interagency integration, critical infrastructure, cybersecurity, and regional geopolitics - Estimated Annual Operating Cost: - $350,000 (covers personnel, travel, meetings, and contract support) - Notable Requirements: - No products or services are being procured - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Committee will play a strategic oversight and integration role for defense and homeland security efforts - No procurement activity or solicitation for goods/services is included in this notice

Description

The Department of Defense (DoD) is establishing the Homeland Defense Board (HDB) as a discretionary Federal advisory committee. The HDB will provide integrated, military-specific advice on homeland defense and security cooperation, focusing on multi-domain defense strategies and regional geopolitics, particularly in the Western Hemisphere. The committee will consist of up to 20 members, including senior DoD officials and experts in relevant fields. The HDB's advice is essential for strategic oversight, resource allocation, and bridging military and domestic homeland security efforts. The estimated annual operating costs are $350,000, including personnel, travel, and contract support.

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