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U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs

The U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs oversees government agencies and programs responsible for national security, emergency response, and domestic resilience. It reviews policies related to homeland security, government operations, and accountability, ensuring they are effective, efficient, and transparent. The committee also investigates issues, oversees the Department of Homeland Security, and works on legislation to improve safety and government functioning. Its role is to help protect the nation from threats and ensure government agencies serve the public effectively and responsibly.