The Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee focuses on national security, emergency management, and governmental efficiency. Delegates will discuss strategies for addressing security threats, disaster preparedness, and the optimization of governmental processes.

Issues that fall under the jurisdiction of HSGA may include:

• National security policies, most notably crafting policies to address national security threats. Balancing security measures with civil liberties.
• Emergency management, particularly addressing strategies for effective disaster preparedness and response as well as coordination between federal, state, and local agencies in emergencies.
• Addressing government inefficiencies particularly policies to streamline and optimize governmental processes. Assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of government programs.
• Protecting domestic intelligence and cybersecurity, such as policies and strategies to enhance cybersecurity at the national level. Responding to cyber threats and ensuring the resilience of critical infrastructure.
• Border security: Policies related to border control and immigration. Balancing security measures with facilitating legal movement.
• Addressing counterterrorism, particularly measures and strategies to counteract terrorism at home and abroad. International cooperation in counterterrorism efforts.
• Intelligence Oversight: Oversight mechanisms for intelligence agencies. Balancing national security interests with privacy concerns.