The following publications provide discussion on the homeland security missions of state and local agencies.

Aelehrt, Barbara.  Emergency Medical Responder: First Responder in Action, 2^nd ed.  New York: McGraw-Hill, 2010.

Bergeron, David J., Gloria Bizjack, Chris LeBadour, and Keith Wesley.  First Responder, 8^th ed.  New York: Prentice Hall, 2008.

International Fire Service Training Association.  Hazardous Materials for First Responders, 4^th ed.  New York: IFSTA, 2011.