# Department of War Establishes Homeland Defense Board

The Department of War (DOW) has established the Homeland Defense Board (HDB), an advisory committee formed under Title 5 authority to provide specialized guidance on homeland defense and security cooperation missions. Chaired by Secretary Pete Hegseth, the board aims to address advisory gaps not covered by existing federal entities by focusing on multitheater security cooperation, countering foreign influence, and enhancing coordination between military and domestic homeland security efforts. This development signals increased emphasis on integrated defense strategies and interagency collaboration.

- Procurement professionals should anticipate potential future requirements and contracts related to homeland defense advisory services and security cooperation initiatives.
- Contractors specializing in security, defense advisory, and interagency coordination may find emerging opportunities to support the board's mission.
- Agencies involved in homeland security and defense should evaluate how this board's guidance could influence procurement priorities and program development.
- Organizations can leverage this insight to align business strategies with evolving federal homeland defense objectives and interagency collaboration efforts.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Policy
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of War (DOW)
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- State Department

### Key Quotes
> Help counter foreign influence, disrupt transnational criminal networks and build partner-nation capabilities
> — Pete Hegseth, Secretary of War

### Sources
- [Pentagon Establishes Homeland Defense Board](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-homeland-defense-board-formation-security-cooperation) - ExecutiveGov