((a)) ** Establishment** There is established within the Department an Office of Cargo Security Policy (referred to in this section as the “Office”).

((b)) ** Purpose** The Office shall—

((1)) coordinate all Department policies relating to cargo security; and

((2)) consult with stakeholders and coordinate with other Federal agencies in the establishment of standards and regulations and to promote best practices.

((c)) ** Director**

((1)) ** Appointment** The Office shall be headed by a Director, who shall—

((A)) be appointed by the Secretary; and

((B)) report to the Assistant Secretary for Policy.

((2)) ** Responsibilities** The Director shall—

((A)) advise the Assistant Secretary for Policy in the development of Department-wide policies regarding cargo security;

((B)) coordinate all policies relating to cargo security among the agencies and offices within the Department relating to cargo security; and

((C)) coordinate the cargo security policies of the Department with the policies of other executive agencies.