Citation[]
The White House, Maritime Security Policy (National Security Presidential Directive 41/Homeland Security Presidential Directive 13) (Dec. 21, 2004) (full-text).
Overview[]
This directive establishes U.S. policy, guidelines, and implementation actions to enhance U.S. national security and homeland security by protecting U.S. maritime interests. It directs the coordination of U.S. Government maritime security programs and initiatives to achieve a comprehensive and cohesive national effort involving appropriate Federal, State, local, and private sector entities. This directive also establishes a Maritime Security Policy Coordinating Committee to coordinate interagency maritime security policy efforts.