The development of a credentialing system has been a key objective for DHS since 9/11. The goal is to create common credentials for public and private sector first responders. The system is currently being deployed in the National Capital Region and in the State of Illinois. The City of Chicago is evaluating the system and will benefit both jurisdictions. Other similar organizations are being developed in Philadelphia, PA, Houston, TX, Jackson, MS, Las Vegas, NV, Seattle, WA, and Jacksonville, FL.”]