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Office of Governor Gary Locke
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - March 18, 2003
Contact:  Governor's Communications Office, 360-902-4136

Gov. Gary Locke’s Statement Regarding Operation Liberty Shield

Gov. Gary Locke today issued the following statement regarding the Department of Homeland Security’s Operation Liberty Shield:

“As part of Operation Liberty Shield, we will be assessing measures to ensure our borders, state landmarks, transportation systems and key facilities are monitored and secure.

“These efforts are being coordinated at the local, state and federal level and involve both state agencies and local jurisdictions with the support of the Department of Homeland Security.

“I want to assure people that we are prepared and there is no specific threat targeted at Washington state. Operation Liberty Shield is an extension of our state’s ongoing homeland security effort.”


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